Marcus Rashford has dismissed reports of a schism within the Manchester United team over Cristiano Ronaldo’s role in the dressing room, claiming that critics are “searching for divisions” to pick over with the club’s prolonged poor record.
Since the Portuguese returned to Old Trafford at the start of the season, the Red Devils have struggled for consistency, with the latter increasingly cutting an isolated figure under the Ralf Rangnick era at the Theatre of Dreams.
In the midst of rumors over his dissatisfaction with his role, media reports this week said he attempted to further impose himself on the club’s leadership, angering Rashford and captain Harry Maguire – but the England star has now moved to refute such accusations.
What was said?
Marcus Rashford sought to debunk reports made on Twitter by SportBild journalist Christian Falk that the domestic contingent at Carrington are “irritated” by Ronaldo’s changing room movements.
“Are we just winging it now?” the forward responded, retweeting the original post.
“Please stop looking for divides,” he added.
Man United maintain their composure in the face of form chaos
Rashford’s appointment comes on the heels of a vital midweek win for United, who defeated Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 in the Premier League to boost Old Trafford’s winter spirits.
Ronaldo’s goal – breaking a decade-long drought – and Bruno Fernandes ensured Rangnick’s men won over the 10-man Seagulls.
The Red Devils then travel to old rivals Leeds United before eventually returning to European competition on Tuesday with a Champions League match against Atletico Madrid.
I know the players leaking information about the team – Gary Neville
Gary Neville claims to know the identity of the Manchester United players responsible for the ‘disgusting’ dressing room leaks that have tarnished Ralf Rangnick and his coaching staff.
Several United players, according to rumors last week, refer to Rangnick’s No. 2 Chris Armas as Ted Lasso, the inept coach from an Apple+ TV series.Neville also debunked speculations that Manchester United players prefer Mauricio Pochettino to Ajax coach Erik ten Hag.
The Red Devils are fifth in the Premier League, a point behind fourth-placed West Ham with a game in hand, but Arsenal, who are sixth, have two games in hand and may leapfrog United into fourth if they win.
