Marcus Rashford has joined Aston Villa on loan from Manchester United until the end of the season, bringing to an end the saga around the England international's future. Sources told ESPN that the deal contains an option to make the transfer permanent.

Marcus Rashford has sent a message to Manchester United after his Aston Villa loan move was confirmed. Rashford will spend the remainder of the season on loan at Villa Park, where he will have the opportunity to play in the Champions League and fight for a top four finish.

Aston Villa have been warned they are taking a 'massive risk' by bringing in Marcus Rashford from Man Utd and that he could have a 'detrimental effect'.