It’s been a rollercoaster week for Manchester United. From defeating Man City in the Premier League to crashing out of the Carabao Cup against Tottenham, the highs and lows have been extreme. Amidst this chaos, Marcus Rashford has found himself in the spotlight. His rocky relationship with new manager Ruben Amorim hasn’t helped either, with tensions reportedly spilling into the dressing room. Now fans are left wondering if Rashford will get another shot, or if is it time for the club to move on.

After being benched for the previous two games, Rashford may be able to rejoin the team for the home match against Bournemouth, though not in the starting lineup. With 23 games this season, Rashford has seven goals and three assists, but his lackluster play has added fuel to the already burning fire. What do you think – should the Portuguese give Rashford another shot? While following a midweek respite, Andre Onana should return to the starting lineup against Bournemouth, although Luke Shaw and Mason Mount are both guaranteed to sit out.  

With Victor Lindelof, Mason Mount, and Luke Shaw sidelined due to injuries, 27-year-old Marcus might finally get his chance to prove his worth with the January transfer window around the corner. The timing couldn’t be better, as the team stays put for a crucial home game. With the support of the home crowd and gaps in the lineup, this could be his perfect moment to prove his worth. What do you think can he deliver a performance that silences his critics?

The out-of-favor forward recently revealed in a bombshell interview with Henry Winter that he’s “ready for a new challenge” after struggling at Old Trafford for the past few weeks. However, Amorim has stressed Marcus Rashford is available for selection.

In a candid interview with Henry Winter, Marcus Rashford dropped a bombshell, admitting he’s “ready for a new challenge” after weeks of struggles at Old Trafford. Despite this revelation, coach Amorim insists Rashford remains available for selection. Can Rashford step onto the pitch and prove his commitment?

Defensive woes continue for Amorim before the Bournemouth clash

Ruben Amorim will be hoping for a timely boost as Manchester United prepares to face Bournemouth, with the possible return of Matthijs de Ligt. The Dutch defender missed the 4-3 Carabao Cup defeat against Tottenham due to illness, a game that exposed United’s defensive vulnerabilities. De Ligt’s availability could be crucial, especially with Victor Lindelof ruled out after being forced off during the Spurs game.

Speaking about Lindelof’s recovery, Amorim explained the challenges of balancing player fitness and squad rotation. “Vic was recovering; trained really well, we push him, we make all the sprints that he should do before coming to a game.“ With key defenders unavailable, Amorim faces the difficult task of shoring up his backline against a Bournemouth side at Old Trafford.

Can Rashford silence his critics and prove he still belongs at Old Trafford? With mounting pressure and gaps in the squad, this could be his moment to shine.