The new Marcus Rashford is still awaited. The first matches played by the English striker have not reassured about his fitness. A starter in Manchester United’s 4 outings (the Community Shield and the first three days of the Premier League), he has not really shone in a left winger position that is nevertheless his. The first criticisms quickly came, especially since he has had several frankly failed months. His performances, in addition to his off-field setbacks, have still cost him Euro 2024.
At 26 years old and with 60 caps (17 goals), he should be a key player for the Three Lions. Lee Carsley did not call him up either, and rightly so, for this first international match. Discreet on the pitch, Rashford is also discreet in the media but he listens to what is said about him, and it is starting to weigh on him seriously. He has in his sights the former glories of Manchester United who are constantly targeting him through their role as consultant. This is especially the case for Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Teddy Sheringham, three major players in a golden period for the club.
“This is harassment“, on Marcus Rashford
This surge has resumed in full force after the Red Devils’ heavy defeat against Liverpool two weeks ago.He has no self-confidence. He had a face-to-face with Konate and he ended up backtracking.the former defender was offended. United fans won’t let him get away with it. Whatever happens, you still have to go all out and fight the duel.“Last April, Keane, known for not doing things by halves, both on the pitch and on the microphone, bluntly said he needed a “old-fashioned kick in the ass.»
The criticism was too much for Rashford, who asked his close friends to react in the press.When someone else misses a pass, it’s not mentioned, but when it’s Marcus, it’s different.protests a friend of the attacker in the Daily Mail. The criticism he gets is an assault. It’s harassment. The fans believe what the former players say, which only makes things worse.“, continues this source whose identity is kept secret by the English media. The Manchester native is nevertheless considered a leader in the squad, and one of the highest earners (contract until 2028).
“It’s not his fault if the opportunities aren’t capitalized.»
It is even the oldest in a locker room that has never stopped seeing players arrive recruited at high prices. “The club spent £100m on strikers. Marcus is back on the wings as a facilitator. And he’s doing his job. It’s not his fault if chances aren’t being taken.”defends this close friend as a conclusion. Reading it, one should not target Marcus Rashford but rather his teammates in attack. Not sure that the Manchester United grumblers would hear it that way.
