Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has stated the reason why Marcus Rashford is not included in his lineup.

Manchester United’s Carabao Cup campaign ended in a dramatic but disappointing fashion with a 4-3 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The loss was marked by a series of costly mistakes from goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, whose errors were responsible for three of the four goals conceded by the team. Despite a spirited effort to stage a comeback, the deficit proved insurmountable.

Manager Ruben Amorim refrained from singling out individual players for blame, choosing instead to emphasize the collective performance of the team. However, the spotlight was firmly on Marcus Rashford, who was left out of the squad for the second consecutive match. Amorim clarified that Rashford’s omission was a tactical decision rather than being due to injury or illness, which has fueled growing speculation about the forward’s future at the club.

Rashford’s absence has been a talking point since the Manchester Derby, where his underwhelming performance coincided with the team’s success without him. The events during the match against Spurs only deepened doubts about his role in Amorim’s plans. A critical moment in the 70th minute appeared to underscore a shift in the team’s dynamics, with emerging players like Joshua Zirkzee and Amad stepping up in key moments.

As the dust settles on United’s exit from the competition, attention now turns to what lies ahead for the team and Rashford’s place in it. Questions about his future at Old Trafford continue to dominate conversations, with many wondering if his relationship with the manager has reached a breaking point. While Rashford remains a fan favorite, his uncertain role under Amorim could lead to potential transfer speculation in the coming weeks.

United, meanwhile, face pressing challenges as they refocus on their Premier League campaign. Defensive frailties and inconsistency in goalkeeping need immediate attention, while Amorim must find ways to stabilize the squad and maximize contributions from all players, including Rashford, if he stays. The coming weeks promise to shape both Rashford’s career trajectory and Amorim’s managerial tenure at Manchester United.