Marcus Rashford almost considered leaving Man Utd before the arrival of Erik ten hag to Manchester United
- Marcus Rashford admitted he almost left Man Utd before Erik ten hag came to utd
- Rashford scored his highest career goal in a single season last campaign
- He also said the reason why he was in his best form under Erik ten hag
Marcus Rashford suffered in his performance before the arrival of Erik ten hag, the United striker only netted 5 goals in the previous campaign for united which was his worst season at united.
Rashford Scored his highest campaign goal
In Ten Hag’s previous year as manager, the forward faced a transformative period, reviving his career remarkably and achieving the most prolific season of his journey so far. He showcased his brilliance by scoring an impressive 30 goals in all competitions.
With his recent commitment to the club, Rashford has secured a new long-term contract, elevating him to the position of Manchester United’s highest-paid player. This solidifies his position as the shining star among the Red Devils’ ranks.
However, the situation could have taken a different turn as he contemplated leaving the club before Ten Hag took charge.
“Before the manager arrived, I did consider it to some extent, but in football, these things happen,” Rashford disclosed. “Everything occurs for a reason, and his arrival at the club came at the perfect moment for me; the timing just fell into place.”
The reason why his performance increased under Erik ten hag
When questioned about the significant improvement in his form under the new manager, Rashford responded, citing “freedom” as the key factor. He explained that in the past, the team’s style of play was somewhat rigid, which affected his enjoyment of the game. As a result, his performance on the field was not up to his usual standards. Rashford emphasized the importance of being happy on the pitch, as it directly influences his ability to perform at his best.
According 90min news, Under the current management, he feels there’s been a positive shift towards allowing players more freedom and providing a sense of stability. This change has given him a solid foundation to showcase his abilities and express himself fully on the field. Rashford finds joy in scoring goals, creating assists, and operating in forward positions to pose a constant threat to the opposing team. The newfound freedom and stability have revitalized his passion for the game and contributed to his improved performance.
