For those who have followed Marcus Rashford’s career from the academy to his breakthrough in the first team, the last few months have been painful. Rashford carries the United DNA and has been a success story for the club that likes to identify with what is going on in the local community. Some hope half a season of playing time at Aston Villa will open the door for a “fresh start” between United and the 27-year-old, but are considered almost impossible.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the INEOS gang waltzed into 2024 and cost what was left of former United management. Erik ten Hag has always supported his top scorer from the 2022/23 season, because Ruben Amorim meant little to Rashford’s background and what he has given in previous years. The Portuguese is measured by results. There was little doubt that the relationship between Amorim and Rashford was ice-cold, but according to the English media, Rashford’s future at Manchester United is decided – regardless of whether Ruben Amorim disappears.
Guardian journalist Jamie Jackson claims the relationship between Marcus Rashford and management has become so tense that it is unlikely he will play for the club again.
This means that the rental stay at Aston Villa is the first phase of permanent exit.
Regardless of what you think about Rashford as a player, this story has a bitter aftertaste for Manchester United supporters.
