Ruben Amorim feels no stress regarding the choice of Marcus Rashford, while Manchester City is looking for a replacement for Ederson – according to reports.

**Amorim Faces No Pressure Over Rashford’s Exclusion**

In a surprising turn of events at Manchester United, head coach Ruben Amorim appears to be operating without any pressure from co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe regarding the handling of Marcus Rashford. According to reports from the Guardian, Rashford has been left out of the last three match-day squads, a decision solely attributed to Amorim.

The situation has escalated to the point where Ratcliffe has reportedly given the green light for Rashford’s potential sale in the upcoming January transfer window. This indicates a lack of complaints from the upper echelons of the club concerning the head coach’s team selections.

The Guardian further elaborates on the matter, noting that Rashford was again omitted from the game-day 20 for United’s 3-0 defeat against Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Sunday. This followed his absence in the squad for the 4-3 Carabao Cup defeat at Tottenham and the 2-1 victory over Manchester City the previous week.

Amorim addressed the media after the City match, explaining his rationale for dropping the 27-year-old forward and Alejandro Garnacho. He stated, “It is important the performance in training, the performance in games, the way you dress, the way you eat, the way you engage with your teammates, the way you push your teammates.” He later described Rashford’s absence as being for “selection” reasons.

In an interview with journalist Henry Winter just two days after the City game, Rashford expressed that he was “ready for a new challenge,” a statement that many interpreted as a desire for a move away from Old Trafford. Despite Amorim’s insistence that Rashford would be reinstated if his training performance improved, it remains uncertain whether the England international will make a return to the squad.

**City Eye Ederson Replacement**

Meanwhile, Manchester City are reportedly eyeing Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio as a potential replacement for Ederson, according to the Daily Mail. With the January transfer window approaching, City are exploring options across various positions to salvage their season.

Ederson has been sidelined for four of City’s last five Premier League matches, with Stefan Ortega stepping in as the starting goalkeeper. Pep Guardiola may be looking to bring in a fresh face to bolster competition in the goalkeeping department.

The Mail highlights that much of the discourse surrounding City’s recent struggles has centred on their goalkeeping situation, with both Ederson and Ortega facing scrutiny following recent defeats. One notable loss came in a 2-0 Champions League defeat against Juventus, where Di Gregorio was lauded as the standout goalkeeper.

Di Gregorio, who was voted the best goalkeeper in Serie A at the end of last season after an impressive stint with Monza, has recently joined Juventus on a contract that runs until 2029.

**Palace Extend Mateta’s Contract**

In other news, Crystal Palace have activated the extension clause in Jean-Philippe Mateta’s contract, as reported by the Athletic. The striker’s deal is now set to expire in June 2027, a testament to his growing importance within Oliver Glasner’s squad.

Initial contract talks had faltered, but Mateta’s contributions have proven vital, with the 27-year-old netting seven goals across all competitions this season.

The Athletic notes that Mateta initially joined Palace on loan before making a permanent move from Bundesliga side Mainz. After a period of inconsistent form, he has become a key figure in Glasner’s plans. Last season, he enjoyed a remarkable run, scoring 13 goals in 15 games, including a historic hat-trick in a 5-0 demolition of Aston Villa on the final day of the season, marking Palace’s second-ever Premier League hat-trick.