Manchester United striker Rashford threw himself into charity at an academy in Manchester yesterday and, facing the cameras, he spilled his guts to Henry Winter reporters, revealing that he has thought about the future of Manchester United. Despite his frustration at being left out of the starting line-up by coach Amorim in the Manchester derby, he chose to face it with a positive attitude.
In the interview, Rashford revealed that he is ready for a new challenge. He said firmly: "I'm ready for a new journey and I won't have the slightest complaint when I leave. I won't have anything negative to say about Manchester United. This is my attitude to life."
Speaking about the experience of being left out of the derby, Rashford said, "It was disappointing but we won the game, so let's move on. As I get older, I'm more comfortable with setbacks. What's the use of crying? Might as well give it my all when the next opportunity comes."
Coach Amorim explained his decision in an earlier interview, emphasizing that the player's performance and day-to-day behavior were factors to consider. Rashford has suffered a dip in form this season, losing his starting spot and suffering off-field issues such as missing meetings and training.
Nonetheless, Rashford remains grateful to Manchester United. He said, "I do feel misunderstood, but I don't mind. I'm a simple person who loves soccer and that's my life. In nine years in the Premier League, I learned a lot and grew into a better player and individual. I have no regrets about the past."
Rashford reportedly signed a four-and-a-half-year contract extension with United in July 2023 on a £325,000-a-week deal. If sold in the transfer window, it would fetch United a lucrative transfer fee. However, there is not much interest in the European market at the moment and the Saudi Pro League could be his next stop.
Looking ahead, Rashford is full of anticipation and is confident that he can continue to grow. He lamented, "I have dreams that have been partially realized, but new goals lie ahead. It's a cycle that has no end."
