Ruben Amorim has cast doubt on Marcus Rashford’s future at Manchester United, suggesting that the club’s focus will be on its collective success rather than individual players. Rashford, who was loaned to Aston Villa in February after falling out of favor with Amorim, has impressed on loan, even featuring for England in their FIFA World Cup qualifiers and scoring his first goals at Villa in the FA Cup.
Despite Rashford’s recent form, Amorim remains uncertain about the forward’s long-term future at Manchester United. He avoided making definitive statements about Rashford’s return, suggesting that the club’s priorities lie in its broader plans, and not on specific players. Amorim emphasized that he is not focused on individual transfers or player futures but on ensuring the success of the team as a whole.
“I’m planning for the future, but I don’t want to talk about the future in this moment,” Amorim said. He acknowledged Rashford’s talent, stating, “I know Rashford really well and everybody knows the talent he has. He’s a top player if he wants.” However, he pointed out that Rashford is not currently his player, and as such, he is not in a position to comment further on his future at the club. “Every player that performs on loan is good news for our club,” he added, indicating that while Rashford’s form is positive, the focus remains on Manchester United’s objectives.
As of now, Aston Villa has the option to purchase Rashford for £40 million at the end of the season, but Amorim was clear that decisions surrounding this matter are not his to make at the moment. The Portuguese manager is more concerned with guiding Manchester United through the remainder of the season and planning for its future without becoming distracted by individual player situations.
Looking ahead, Amorim is fully focused on Manchester United’s upcoming fixtures, including their next match against Nottingham Forest. He acknowledged the challenge of trying to climb the Premier League table but remained optimistic about the team’s ability to improve. United are currently in 13th place in the league, with 37 points from 29 matches, but Amorim has noted a shift in the team’s mentality. The squad has been on a seven-game unbeaten streak, and the manager believes this run has boosted the players’ confidence.
“I feel the players are more confident, and the energy is different,” Amorim stated. “This could change with results, but we are focused on maintaining the energy.” While Manchester United may be far from challenging for the Premier League title, Amorim remains hopeful that the team can finish the season on a strong note. “We want to win games, we still have matches to finish in a different position. We are more confident, so we are looking up,” he said.
With the end of the season approaching, Amorim is concentrating on maximizing the team’s remaining points and ensuring that the squad finishes in a stronger position. The manager’s focus is squarely on improving the team’s overall performance and mentality, with the aim of securing better results in the final two months of the season. Although Rashford’s future remains uncertain, Amorim’s emphasis is on the collective effort of the team, rather than the fate of any single player.
