Rashford and Mainoo represent the pathway at United, from growing up in the city to growing into first team regulars. If both departed that baton would fall to Tyler Fredricson, who made his first senior appearances last season but is still in the early stages of his development.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Brazil international, 26, moves after United met the £62.5million ($83.7m) release clause in his contract at Molineux. He has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford with the option of a further year.