Manchester United Star Criticized After Publicly Revealing Desire to Leave
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has reportedly alienated teammates after expressing his desire to leave Old Trafford. The England international’s comments, made during an interview with journalist Henry Winter, have drawn backlash from both within the club and the broader football community.
Rashford, 27, revealed his intentions the day after Manchester United’s 2-1 victory over rivals Manchester City. Speaking candidly, he stated, “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps. When I leave, it’s going to be ‘no hard feelings.’” The remarks came amid rumors that United was open to offers for the striker, adding fuel to the speculation.
The timing of Rashford’s statements, following his exclusion from key matches against City and Tottenham, reportedly unsettled his teammates. According to The Sun, some players were frustrated by his decision to make the comments during an unsanctioned visit to his old primary school. The report claims that the revelation overshadowed the team’s triumph in the Manchester Derby and contributed to disharmony within the squad.
A source within the club told The Sun, “Some of the players are really annoyed at what Marcus said and why he chose to say it at that time. They were all buzzing after beating City, and then he basically put in a transfer request after being dropped for one game.”
Pundits have also weighed in. Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher criticized Rashford’s approach, saying on Sky Sports, “He’s not that good of a player for the amount of time we talk about him. For Rashford to come out and announce he’s basically put in a transfer request… that leaves the club in a poor position.”
The fallout has cast doubt on Rashford’s future at United, where he has spent eight years. Once considered a key player, Rashford has struggled to maintain consistent form in recent seasons, with critics questioning his commitment and leadership within the squad.
Manchester United has yet to release an official response to Rashford’s comments or the reported internal tensions. Rashford’s next steps remain uncertain, but his relationship with the club and its fans appears increasingly strained.
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