Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has found himself in hot water once again after reports emerged of him being seen in nightspots in Northern Ireland on two consecutive evenings. The club has stated that Rashford has taken responsibility for his actions, and the matter has been dealt with internally. Despite this incident, Rashford is back in training and will be available for selection in United’s upcoming Premier League match against Wolves.
This is not the first time Rashford has faced disciplinary measures from the club this season. In November, he was dropped from the starting lineup for the Carabao Cup fourth-round defeat by Newcastle after being seen celebrating his birthday in one of Manchester’s exclusive nightspots following a disappointing loss to Manchester City. Last season, he was also put on the substitutes bench for a Premier League game against Wolves after oversleeping and being late for a team meeting. However, he redeemed himself by scoring the winning goal after coming on as a substitute.
Former Blackburn striker Chris Sutton expressed his disappointment in Rashford’s behavior, stating that he has shown no respect for his manager, Erik ten Hag, or his teammates. He believes that something needs to change and that Rashford cannot continue to push the boundaries. Leicester City defender Conor Coady, who has played with Rashford for England, expressed concern and speculated that there might be underlying issues that the public is unaware of.
These incidents have prompted discussions about Rashford’s future at the club and the need for strong management to guide him. Former England striker Alan Shearer emphasized the importance of Rashford not wasting his talent and urged him to seek guidance to avoid regrets later in his career.
The recurring disciplinary issues involving Rashford have raised questions about his commitment to the team and the level of respect he shows towards his manager and teammates. While his talent is undeniable, it is clear that something needs to change for Rashford to fulfill his potential. The hope is that he can find the necessary support and guidance to overcome these challenges and become the player that many believe he can be.