Marcus Rashford proves he'd be Aston Villa coup with England showing vs New Zealand

Marcus Rashford could prove to be the best signing Aston Villa could make this summer.

The 28-year-old is set to feature in his third World Cup with the Three Lions, eight years after his tournament debut.

He first featured for his nation at the summer showpiece event in 2018 as Gareth Southgate's side reached the semi-final.

The Barcelona loanee will be hoping to improve on that with Thomas Tuchel and Co. seen as one of the favourites.

Rashford starred for England against New Zealand as preparations begun in the US, leaving Aston Villa wondering what could happen this summer.

Marcus Rashford rare bright spark for England vs New Zealand

There wasn't very much to write home about as the Three Lions scraped past their first friendly opponent ahead of the World Cup.

New Zealand represent the lowest ranked nation at the entire tournament, but things certainly weren't easy.

A poor playing surface at the Reymond James Stadium didn't help as hot conditions in Tampa played their role.

Tuchel decided to play with two different XIs in each half, but Rashford was arguably the best of the 22 players involved.

He created five chances and took two shots as he was one of few stars looking to make something happen infront of goal.

A successful dribble, two accurate crosses and two duel wins summed up his day before being taken off at half time.

The 28-year-old was in a league of his own on the day and that surely has to spark immediate activity at Bodymoor Heath.

Aston Villa can't pass up on Rashford opportunity

It is bizarre to think that arguably England's best player against New Zealand could be snubbed by multiple sides this summer.

Manchester United and Barcelona could turn him away, with the latter potentially set to avoid their buy-option for him.

That wouldn't be a surprise at this stage after the Catalan giants signed Anthony Gordon for a massive fee.

The door could now be open for Aston Villa to step in and seal the signing of Rashford this summer.

He has always been candid in his love for the claret and blue outfit after his loan spell, so may be keen on a permanent return.

The win over New Zealand has proven exactly what sort of quality he has and what sort of difference he could make in B6.