Newcastle ready to offer Marcus Rashford perfect platform to reignite career and escape Man Utd woes

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NEWCASTLE want to rescue Marcus Rashford from his limbo at Manchester United.
The Magpies are ready to offer the England striker Champions League football following his Aston Villa loan.
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The Toon could help Marcus Rashford achieve the big season he needs to revitalise his fortunes at both club and country level
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Eddie Howe is pondering a swoop for Man Utd's Rashford
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Rashford's dream destination is believed to be Barcelona.
But the Spanish giants have never firmed up their interest in the 27-year-old.
And SunSport can reveal Newcastle are confident they can provide Rashford with an ideal stage to rebuild his career.
Toon boss Eddie Howe expects to keep £160million-rated Arsenal target Alexander Isak.
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And far from being a replacement for the 25-year-old Swede, Newcastle see Rashford as an ideal player to rotate him with.
It's understood the Magpies fancy a year-long loan deal for the 62-cap star.
But Old Trafford chiefs would prefer a permanent exit.
And any chance of Rashford slotting back in at United appear slim, even though he is under contract until 2028.
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His overall Prem stats last season improved after a switch to Villa
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Rashford appears certain to move on from Old Trafford
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The Mancunian netted in Ruben Amorim's first two games in charge last November.
But he last played for the Red Devils on December 12.
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And after dropping out of their matchday squad completely, Rashford joined Villa in January for the rest of the season.
He looked to be reviving his fortunes, notching four goals and six assists in 17 games for Unai Emery's men
But Rashford is keen on returning to a Champions League platform next term.
And ahead of their campaign in Europe's to domestic cup competition, Newcastle need to strengthen up top.
Callum Wilson, 33, is being monitored by Everton and Saudi clubs, although he could yet stay at St James' Park.
Meanwhile, Chelsea won the £30m race for Ipswich frontman Liam Delap.
So a swoop for a player of Rashford's experience - not to mention his desperation to impress ahead of the World Cup - could suit both parties.

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