Liverpool tipped to strike Man Utd transfer deal for the first time in 62 years
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Read our Privacy PolicySpeaking to BetVictor, James, 55, said: "If I were Liverpool, I'd look to sign Marcus Rashford. Get him in first, and then you give it time to work out his best position."I think he's an outstanding footballer.
His football intelligence is off the scale, and so is his ability."We saw at Barcelona that when you get Marcus Rashford in a happy place, he's capable of playing incredible football."I can't imagine Liverpool will actually sign him, but football rivalries shouldn't stop clubs from pursuing the best players."Someone like Andoni Iraola is good enough to create an environment where Rashford could thrive."Marcus Rashford is widely expected to leave Old Trafford this summer (Image: Getty)James' suggestion is certain to provoke reactions from devoted Liverpool supporters, but there are several reasons why a transfer for Rashford is virtually out of the question.Firstly, his United contract contains a clause stipulating that the Red Devils will entertain offers from any club triggering a £40m bid, with the exception of Liverpool and Manchester City.Secondly, there exists a longstanding informal understanding between United and Liverpool that has prevented direct player transfers between the two clubs for more than 60 years.The most recent player to make that journey was Phil Chisnall, who switched from Manchester to Merseyside in April 1964 for a £25,000 transfer fee - a deal that was agreed between Sir Matt Busby and Bill Shankly.Considering both circumstances, it appears highly unlikely that Rashford will don a Liverpool shirt in the near future. You can check out at any time.