Manchester United legend Jaap Stam has slammed Marcus Rashford for his recent comments. He believes the winger is taking the easy way out by trying to leave the club amid criticism.
Rashford has faced immense criticism from fans and pundits since the start of last season for his poor performances. He has also been heavily linked with a move since last summer. He recently hinted he was ready for a new challenge away from his boyhood club.
In a recent interview, Jaap Stam shared his thoughts on Rashford’s situation at Manchester United, stating (via Aim):
“I think saying you want to leave is the easy way out because it’s been a difficult time and he’s faced a lot of criticism for his performances, but we haven’t seen enough fight on the pitch.
“I think if he showed that there would be a different mood towards him and more credit would be given to him. It might be good for him and the club if he moved on, but I would have liked to see him give his all for the club.
Rashford, 27, has scored 138 goals and provided 63 assists in 426 games for Manchester United since graduating from their academy.
What Marcus Rashford said about his possible departure from Manchester United
In a recent interview with the journalist Henry WinterMarcus Rashford has spoken about several things, including his future at Old Trafford. When asked if he might leave the club soon, the Englishman replied:
“For me, personally, I think I’m ready to take on a new challenge and take the next steps. When I leave, there will be “no hard feelings”. You will not get any negative comments from me about Manchester United. It’s me as a person.”
“If I know a situation is already bad, I’m not going to make it worse. I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person. When I leave, I will make a declaration and it will come from me.”
Rashford has scored seven goals and assisted three others in 24 games in all competitions. However, new head coach Ruben Amorim has opted not to include the England international in the matchday squad in his last three matches.
He last played in United’s 2–1 win over Viktoria Plzen in the UEFA Europa League on 12 December, but failed to score a goal.
Edited by Aditya Singh
