United were understood to have informed Rashford of the decision ahead of the announcement. Cunha arrives with pedigree, scoring 31 goals in 76 games for Wolves and signing a five-year contract with an option for a further year. The symbolic nature of the shirt change makes clear where Rashford now stands in the club’s pecking order.

Manchester United have delayed the required return date for Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Tyrell Malacia, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho until later in July to allow all five players time to explore potential solutions;

Five players including England forward Marcus Rashford and Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho have informed Manchester United that they wish to explore a future away from the Premier League side, a club source said on Friday.