- Ruben Amorim criticizes Marcus Rashford’s lack of effort, opting to leave him out of the squad for the sixth consecutive match.
- Amorim hints at potential changes for Rashford’s future as transfer window nears closure.
- United manager suggests his goalkeeping coach is a better option for the bench due to Rashford’s perceived attitude issues.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has hinted that he would prefer to include his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach on the bench over due to concerns about the forward’s work ethic.
Rashford, who has not featured in a matchday squad for United in six weeks, was once again omitted for Sunday’s 1-0 Premier League win at Fulham.
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With the transfer window closing on February 3, Rashford’s future remains uncertain, as Amorim publicly criticized him for failing to demonstrate the commitment of someone “giving the maximum every day.”
“It’s always the same reason – the training, the way I see a footballer should do in life. It’s every day, every detail,” said Amorim, when asked why Rashford was not available.
“If things don’t change, I will not change. It’s the same situation for every player, if you do the maximum and right things we can use every player.
“You can see on the bench we miss a bit of pace on the bench, but I would put [Manchester United goalkeeper coach Jorge] Vital before a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day.”
Sources close to Marcus Rashford have firmly denied any issues between the 27-year-old and Ruben Amorim, insisting that Rashford is willing to continue playing for the club.
A potential transfer to AC Milan has been ruled out after the arrival of Kyle Walker, as the Italian side is only allowed to sign one English player this month.
A loan move to Barcelona is contingent on the departure of a couple of players, but neither Eric Garcia nor Ansu Fati seem likely to leave the Nou Camp at this stage.
Former Newcastle goalkeeper Shay Given, speaking on BBC Match of the Day, commented: “The fans aren’t blind. They can see the players aren’t performing, and Ruben Amorim is simply being honest.”
“If you don’t train hard and dedicate your life, you won’t be in the team. You have to show your manager you deserve a place in the team.”
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Ex-Aston Villa midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger added: “He wants to set an example but, if he does that, they will never be friends again.
“Amorim is also under pressure, if he is very harsh with the players then his teams have to improve.”
