Rashford grabbed 14 goals and 14 assists in 49 appearances in all competitions for Barcelona during the 2025-26 campaign in which he led the side to the La Liga title.
It’s safe to say he was incredible on loan but despite this, the Spanish side opted to sign Anthony Gordon as negotiations for Rashford stalled.
The La Liga champions had the chance to purchase the 28-year-old for £26m this summer, but that clause has now expired which means he will remain at United until a new buyer is found.
Speaking to ComeOn, Sherringham believes that the Red Devils must control the situation and should not allow Rashford to dictate his transfer this summer.
“United should be in control of the Rashford situation, not Rashford. He is still a United player. That’s what happens when you sign these big, long contracts, and he was happy to sign it at the time to get more money.
“All of a sudden he’s not happy and he wants to leave. Back in my days as a player, if you had a contract you weren’t going anywhere, and it works both ways too. If there’s a contract that’s been signed, both parties should honour that contract.
“But United can try and manipulate the situation to get the best outcome for what they need. He's a United player so why not utilise that situation to get that extra forward back in the squad that Michael Carrick needs? Can they ease the situation and make it work? He’s playing at a World Cup and scoring goals. He’s in your squad. Make the most of it.
“If Rashford came back firing on all cylinders for United, working hard for the team at Old Trafford, then everyone is going to be happy, aren't they? These things can quickly be forgotten in football.”
Rashford has scored 138 goals and registered 79 assists in 426 matches for United and could return to the fold if he does not find a move away in the coming months.