Manchester United legend Jaap Stam has criticized Marcus Rashford for his recent comments. He believes the winger is taking an easy way out by trying to leave the club amid criticism.
Rashford has faced immense criticism from fans and experts since the start of last season for his poor performances. He has also been heavily linked with a move since last summer. He recently suggested he’s ready for a new challenge outside his kids’ club.
In a recent interview, Jaap Stam shared his opinion on Rashford’s situation at Manchester United and said (via Goal):
“I think saying you want to leave is the easy way out because it’s been a difficult period 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 he would be given more credit. Maybe it would be good for him and the club to move on, but I would have liked to see him give everything 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 spoke about multiple things, including his future at Old Trafford. When asked if he could leave the club soon, the Englishman replied:
“For me personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and next steps. When I’m gone, there will be no hard feelings. You’re not going to get any negative comments from me about Manchester United. “That’s me as a person.”
“If I know a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse. I’ve seen other players leave in the past and I don’t want to be that person. When I leave I’ll make a statement and it will be on my side.”
Rashford has scored seven goals and assisted three others in 24 games across competitions. However, new 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 victory over Viktoria Plzen in the UEFA Europa League on 12 December, but failed to score a goal.
Edited by Aditya Singh.