Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have been told that Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford is unlikely to sign for them despite the England international wanting Champions League football next season.
Rashford was exiled from the United squad in December after being dropped for the Manchester derby. The 27-year-old made just one more squad appearance as an unused substitute before agreeing to join Aston Villa on loan for the remainder of the season.
Villa have the option to make Rashford's stay in the West Midlands permanent by activating a £40m buy clause. However, the forward would need to agree to the move before it is completed.
Our colleagues at the Manchester Evening News understand that Rashford is determined to wait until the end of the season before deciding his future.
It is understood that the forward is biding his time to see if a 'bigger club' would want him who can also offer Champions League football before committing to Villa.
Unai Emery's side are outsiders to qualify for the Champions League after losing to Manchester City on Tuesday night. Barcelona was a top destination for Rashford in January but the La Liga giants failed to make their interest formal.
Both Arsenal and Spurs were credited with interest in Rashford this past winter however MEN Sport understands that the United man has no interest in moving to London.
Such news is a hammer blow to the north London duo should they wish to add a forward to their attack this summer.
Rashford was at his best on the wing for United but has been utilised as a centre-forward for Villa to good affect. In 17 appearances, the winger has scored four goals and bagged six assists.