How changes at the back could help Rashford rediscover form

MARCUS Rashford comes into the 2024/25 season with all eyes on him, pressure and responsibility.

- JOSH HOLLAND

After a disappointing season for United, the forward has to answer his critics.

The England international recorded his best season of his career in 2022/23 with 30 goals in 56 appearances across all competitions. Due to a number of reasons on and off the pitch, Rashford failed to follow that up last campaign with just eight goals across 43 appearances.

His form for Erik ten Hag's men saw him miss out on a place in England's Euro 2024 squad this summer. He's been part of United's preseason squad since day one ahead of a vitally important season for him and the club.

Jadon Sancho's reintegration back into United's team and Amad Diallo's clear desire to make a name for himself at Old Trafford means that Ten Hag now has a number of options at left wing. Rashford, despite his struggles over the past 12 months, is incredibly likely to remain first choice.

Doubts over his long-term future have somewhat cooled in recent weeks following strong claims that he could be sold to Paris Saint-Germain. However, another failed Premier League campaign could be the final straw for all parties to call it a day.