Everyone Should Back Him” – Erik Ten Hag Insists Manchester United Star Needs Support
Manchester United’s head coach, Erik ten Hag, has expressed his understanding and support for Marcus Rashford amid the forward’s struggles for form throughout the 2023-24 season.
During the 2022-23 campaign, the England international showcased remarkable performance, scoring 30 goals and providing 10 assists in 56 appearances, which earned him a lucrative contract extension at Old Trafford.
However, Rashford has encountered difficulties this season, managing only eight goals and five assists in 40 appearances, leading to significant criticism for his below-par performances.
The 26-year-old missed Wednesday’s Premier League clash against Sheffield United due to an injury sustained in the semi-finals of the FA Cup against Coventry City on Sunday.
Rashford is expected to remain sidelined for the upcoming match against Burnley on Saturday, with Ten Hag confirming that only Mason Mount from the current list of injured players will be available for selection.
Erik ten Hag emphasizes the importance of supporting Marcus Rashford amid his challenges.
After Rashford retweeted a post from a fan account on Friday morning, expressing gratitude for the support and highlighting ongoing abuse, Ten Hag reiterated the need to rally behind the English forward during this tough period.
“I have a great deal of sympathy for Rashy, undoubtedly. Last season, he enjoyed a remarkable campaign; arguably the best of his career. I believe he scored 30 goals. It’s evident what he’s capable of,” Ten Hag conveyed to reporters during his Friday press conference.
“This season, his performances haven’t reached the same heights, and there has been significant criticism. However, we must stand behind him. It’s crucial for everyone to support him and encourage him to rediscover the form he displayed last season.”
“He requires our backing. We’re all aware of his potential, so we need to offer him our support while also motivating him to excel further. We’ve witnessed his brilliance last year, and we believe he can rise to that level again.”
Is Marcus Rashford set to depart from Manchester United this summer?
Rashford’s current contract with Old Trafford runs until the summer of 2028. Despite ongoing speculation about his future, Manchester United reportedly have no intentions of parting ways with their academy product.
The Red Devils would likely demand a fee close to £100 million to even consider a transfer, and there are no anticipated offers approaching that figure in the upcoming transfer window.
While Paris Saint-Germain continues to be linked with the English forward, the French champions are reportedly seeking a replacement for Kylian Mbappe. However, it’s understood that Luis Enrique’s team is not planning to pursue Rashford this summer.
With top European clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich seemingly not in the picture, it appears highly probable that Rashford will remain at Old Trafford for at least another season.
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