“They are the reasons we have been performing so bad at this club. They are killing our confidence. Sancho did well at Dortmund and he is already doing well for Chelsea, ask yoursel why he can’t do it for Man United. It’s all because of them”-Marcus Rashford points out Manchester biggest problem as he expose the reason why him and Sancho has lost confidence Man Utd
Marcus Rashford is reportedly feeling “bullied” by former Manchester United players, suggesting that the recent criticism directed at him has become excessive and unjust.
At 26, Rashford has had a challenging start to the current season, following a lackluster 2023/24 campaign where he scored just eight goals in all competitions, a significant drop from his career-best tally of 30 goals the previous year.
His dip in performance led to his omission from England’s Euro 2024 squad, where Gareth Southgate’s team finished second to Spain. United fans were optimistic that a summer break would help Rashford regain his form, but he has yet to find the back of the net in the first three matches of the Premier League season.
The forward has faced increasing criticism from former United stars such as Gary Neville and Roy Keane. However, a source close to Rashford feels he is being unfairly targeted compared to other players in the squad.
“When others make mistakes, it goes unnoticed, but when it’s Marcus, the narrative shifts,” the source told *The i*. “The level of criticism feels relentless, almost like bullying. Fans are influenced by what these former players say, and it adds pressure.”
The source also highlighted that Rashford has been playing in a wide position to make room for United’s £100 million investment in central strikers, noting that while he’s fulfilling his duties, he can’t control the team’s overall lack of finishing.
This heightened criticism of Rashford adds an unnecessary challenge for United manager Erik ten Hag as the team gears up to face Southampton. With United currently in 14th place, after losing two of their first three games, including a 3-0 defeat to Liverpool, Ten Hag will be hoping Rashford breaks his goalless streak against a struggling Saints side.
