Manchester United faces a potential repeat of past mistakes regarding player contracts, particularly with Marcus Rashford. The club appears to be in a precarious financial position regarding Rashford, similar to what happened with Scott McTominay. Despite Rashford's significant progression while on loan at Barcelona, the option-to-buy clause set at £26 million is now being viewed with regret by the United hierarchy as his value increases.

Under manager Hansi Flick, Rashford has revitalized his career, scoring 10 goals and providing 13 assists in just 34 appearances since his loan move. This revival contrasts sharply with his struggles at Manchester United, where disagreements with the former coach Ruben Amorim led to his loan transfer. The contrast underscores the club's mismanagement of player contracts and their financial implications for the future.

As United reassesses its player valuation and contract strategies, the situation with Rashford highlights the urgent need for better decision-making to avoid losing valuable assets at bargain prices. The club must find a balance between short-term financial deals and the long-term benefits of maintaining key players like Rashford, who are demonstrating their significance on the field, raising concerns about potential future financial losses similar to the McTominay deal.