According to reports, a Manchester United player may face Cristiano Ronaldo in 2025 as three Saudi clubs prepare a transfer raid.

Marcus Rashford could potentially find himself playing against former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League next year, with three clubs from the region—Al Ahli, Al Ittihad, and Al-Qadsiah—reportedly interested in signing the 27-year-old forward on loan in January.

Rashford has had a difficult time under new manager Ruben Amorim, who recently left him out of the squad for both a league match against Manchester City and a Carabao Cup loss to Tottenham Hotspur. These recent omissions, along with Rashford’s own admission in an interview that he is open to a new challenge, have sparked speculation about his future at Manchester United.

Despite previously expressing that he wasn’t keen on a move to the Middle East, the growing interest from Saudi clubs has fueled rumors of a potential departure. Should Rashford make the move, he could face Ronaldo, who currently plays for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, in the Pro League.

Rashford has been a key player for United since his debut in 2016, scoring 138 goals and providing 63 assists in 426 appearances. However, with his future now uncertain at Old Trafford, his next steps remain to be seen. United’s next match is against Bournemouth on December 22, and it remains unclear whether Rashford will be part of the matchday squad.

When Ronaldo left Manchester United in 2022, Rashford spoke highly of the Portuguese legend, describing him as an idol and an “unbelievable” player to share the pitch with. Rashford expressed his gratitude to Ronaldo for his contributions to the club and wished him well in his future endeavors.