Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Marcus Rashford will lose his iconic No.10 shirt to new signing Matheus Cunha, potentially signaling further uncertainty about the English forward's future at Old Trafford.

Manchester United confirmed on Sunday that they have secured the services of Brazilian forward Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers after triggering his £62.5 million release clause. The 26-year-old will complete his transfer once he returns from international duty.

Speaking on his TikTok channel, Ferdinand revealed: "I'm hearing he's taking the No.10 shirt, which was Rashford's shirt. What does that mean for Marcus Rashford? I don't know."

The acquisition of Cunha marks new manager Ruben Amorim's first signing since taking charge at Old Trafford. The Portuguese tactician has moved swiftly to strengthen his attacking options ahead of his first full season with the club.

Rashford's Uncertain Future

Rashford, who has been a key figure at Manchester United since breaking through from the academy, joined Aston Villa on loan in January after his relationship with Amorim reportedly deteriorated. The potential reassignment of his shirt number adds further speculation about his long-term prospects at his boyhood club.

The England international has struggled to recapture his best form in recent seasons, leading to his temporary move away from Manchester. With Cunha's arrival and the apparent shirt number change, questions remain about whether Rashford will be reintegrated into Amorim's plans or if a permanent departure is on the horizon.

Cunha joins Manchester United after impressing at Wolves, where his performances caught the eye of several top clubs. The Brazilian forward's versatility and goal-scoring ability make him a valuable addition to United's attacking lineup as they look to improve on their recent Premier League performances.

As pre-season approaches, all eyes will be on how Amorim shapes his squad and whether there will be a place for Rashford in his tactical setup for the upcoming campaign.