Kylian Mbappe is widely expected to leave PSG this summer, despite the club's desire to extend his contract. With Real Madrid touted as the most likely destination for the 23-year-old, Paris is preparing for life without the star striker. The club has begun weighing out potential replacements should Mbappe's dream move to Madrid become a reality. According to Fabrizio Romano, one of their top targets is none other than Manchester United star Marcus Rashford.

Mbappe's contract is due to expire in June, at which point he's expected to depart for Madrid on a highly-lucrative new contract. PSG rejected advances from Real Madrid to bring the Frenchman to Spain this past summer, and are now projected to lose him on a free transfer, lest he has a sudden and significant change of heart.

Rashford has been tabbed as a potential replacement, though he could prefer to remain in England and stay loyal to his boyhood club. Manchester United has reportedly prioritized locking down a contract extension for the 24-year-old, as they hope to extend his stay with the club beyond his current deal. However, with the allure of PSG calling, Rashford could opt to join the French giants as Manchester United continues to struggle in the Premier League.

This season for the Red Devils, Rashford has featured in 18 league matches, logging 870 minutes on the pitch. He's scored just 4 league goals this season and provided 2 assists, while contributing five goals in all competitions. With Cristiano Ronaldo back at the club, Rashford is struggling to find opportunities and has failed to replicate his 11-goal, 9-assist season from 2020-21.