Bayern Munich are weighing whether to launch a bid for Marcus Rashford, with reports in Germany and the United Kingdom saying the German champions could move for the England forward after his productive loan at Aston Villa. Manchester United, who no longer view the 27-year-old as central to their plans, are prepared to sanction a sale for about £40 million but have not yet received a formal offer. The Rekordmeister want a replacement for Leroy Sané and have turned to Rashford after unsuccessful pursuits of Florian Wirtz and Nico Williams. Bayern have also revived interest in Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku and opened talks over Portuguese defender Renato Veiga as new coach Vincent Kompany remodels his squad. Barcelona continue to monitor Rashford while prioritising a move for Liverpool winger Luis Díaz. Sporting director Deco could revisit the United forward if the club’s financial constraints prevent an agreement for Díaz, leaving Rashford as a secondary but attainable option. Rashford contributed four goals and six assists in 17 appearances for Aston Villa last season and is understood to be willing to take a pay cut to secure a transfer. United favour a permanent deal, meaning the player’s immediate future may hinge on whether Bayern—or a resourced Barcelona—translate their interest into a concrete proposal before the summer window closes.