Man Utd introduce 'Cristiano Ronaldo rule' which could lead to Marcus Rashford being dropped
Manchester United have reportedly introduced a salary cap of £200,000 a week to prevent players from earning "significantly more" than their team-mates. The decision comes after Cristiano Ronaldo, who was earning £500,000 a week, terminated his contract at the club after causing controversy behind the scenes and in the public eye.
Last season United were a fractured team, and their performances reflect that. Reports of shifting court disputes and discontent have erupted weekly, pointing fingers at several people.
Since joining the Old Trafford dugout, Ten Hag has taken steps to build a united team that respects each other and the club's hierarchy. According to the , the Dutchman, together with general manager Richard Arnold, has decided to take another step to avoid a "culture of dressing room jealousy" by introducing a salary cap.
Several players are expected to be affected by the new rule, with goalkeeper David de Gea being the first to be immediately impacted. The Spain international is currently negotiating a contract extension at the Theater of Dreams, with his current deal expiring at the end of the season - with United having a one-year option.
Bruno Fernandes, Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire and Casemiro are all said to be in the same salary bracket at around £180,000-£200,000 a week, although penalties are written into their contracts if the club fails to finish in the top four this season.
Marcus Rashford will also be heavily affected by the deal, with European clubs all keeping tabs on the England international. United recently activated a one-year extension clause in his contract which means his current tenure will expire in 2024. Although there is no guarantee he will sign a new contract and Paris Saint- Germain is desperate to acquire his services.
The Ligue 1 side are long-time admirers of Rashford and consider him one of the best in the world, and their lucrative backing means his contract would reflect that should he choose to move to France. Qatari owners PSG wouldn't hesitate to offer the striker double what he earns at United if it meant signing him to the Parc des Princes.
United are aware of the risk of not offering Rashford a bumper deal, despite his electric form this season, but the club's top powers are unwilling to make 'special cases' for fear of building another rambling dressing room.
Manchester United have reportedly introduced a salary cap of £200,000 a week to prevent players from earning "significantly more" than their team-mates. The decision comes after Cristiano Ronaldo, who was earning £500,000 a week, terminated his contract at the club after causing controversy behind the scenes and in the public eye.
Last season United were a fractured team, and their performances reflect that. Reports of shifting court disputes and discontent have erupted weekly, pointing fingers at several people.
Since joining the Old Trafford dugout, Ten Hag has taken steps to build a united team that respects each other and the club's hierarchy. According to the , the Dutchman, together with general manager Richard Arnold, has decided to take another step to avoid a "culture of dressing room jealousy" by introducing a salary cap.
Several players are expected to be affected by the new rule, with goalkeeper David de Gea being the first to be immediately impacted. The Spain international is currently negotiating a contract extension at the Theater of Dreams, with his current deal expiring at the end of the season - with United having a one-year option.
Bruno Fernandes, Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire and Casemiro are all said to be in the same salary bracket at around £180,000-£200,000 a week, although penalties are written into their contracts if the club fails to finish in the top four this season.
Marcus Rashford will also be heavily affected by the deal, with European clubs all keeping tabs on the England international. United recently activated a one-year extension clause in his contract which means his current tenure will expire in 2024. Although there is no guarantee he will sign a new contract and Paris Saint- Germain is desperate to acquire his services.
The Ligue 1 side are long-time admirers of Rashford and consider him one of the best in the world, and their lucrative backing means his contract would reflect that should he choose to move to France. Qatari owners PSG wouldn't hesitate to offer the striker double what he earns at United if it meant signing him to the Parc des Princes.
United are aware of the risk of not offering Rashford a bumper deal, despite his electric form this season, but the club's top powers are unwilling to make 'special cases' for fear of building another rambling dressing room.
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