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the ex-Aston Villa striker criticised the 27-year-olds current attitude and effort levels, urging the England international to rediscover the hunger he displayed as a youth player breaking into the first team at Old Trafford.
The former Villa captain also pointed out that Amorim’s tactical preferences might make it even harder for Rashford to secure a starting spot. The Portuguese manager is known for utilising formations like 3-5-2 or 3-4-3, which could leave little room for the England ace alongside other attacking players.
“There’s probably not space for both Garnacho and Rashford. Looking at a 3-4-3 you’d probably say Garnacho, Højlund, and maybe an Amad that you’d pick.”Asked if the England man could be jettisoned he said: “100% this summer, if he’s not at it over the next six months, I’m sure Amorim will get rid of him”.Join the Football Insider WhatsApp channel to get all our exclusives and the breaking transfer news FIRST.
After a career-best campaign in 2022/23, where he was United’s standout attacking with 30 goals in all competitions, the number 10 has struggled to replicate that form over the past two seasons, leaving fans and punditsHis body language on the pitch often looks lacklustre, and he appears to lack the sharpness and drive that once defined his game. Despite continuing to showcase moments of brilliance, those moments have become increasingly rare.
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