Newcastle United named among favourites to sign Marcus Rashford as betting odds revealed
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Credit: Imago Sat 9 May 2026 15:45, UK Newcastle United are among the Premier League sides linked with a move for Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford this summer.The 28-year-old has spent the season on loan at Barcelona and thrived, scoring 13 goals and providing 11 assists in 46 appearances across all competitions. Newcastle transfer chiefs are reportedly monitoring the situation closely, with Anthony Gordon’s future to play a key role. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom.
VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle among favourites to sign Marcus RashfordFootball Insider exclusively revealed in April that Newcastle are keen to sign Rashford, with the former Aston Villa man seen as an ideal replacement for Gordon. Marcus RashfordStats – La Liga 2025-26Appearances29Goals7Assists7Chances created42Successful dribbles25Successful crosses27Successful pass percentage84.6%The German champions have already made contact with Newcastle and are intent on signing the 25-year-old.The Magpies need to sell this summer, and will be keen to take advantage of market opportunities.Rashford could be one of them, but the winger will have to be convinced that a return to the Premier League is right for him after a season in Spain.
Any move will likely need to wait until after the World Cup, with the England international set to be a part of Thomas Tuchel’s squad.One major bookmaker has handed Newcastle 4/1 odds of signing Rashford this summer, while Barcelona narrowly lead the race at 3/1.Rashford already lit up St James’ ParkRashford and Barcelona visited St James’ Park all the way back in September, and the 28-year-old made the pitch his. Rashford picked up the ball outside the Newcastle box and drove forward before unleashing a majestic strike that moved in the air and into the back of the net via the cross bar.