Rashford’s Future at Manchester United in Doubt

Loan Situation at Barcelona

The English forward is currently loaned to Barcelona, with the arrangement including a €30 million option for permanent transfer. Recent discussions indicate that Manchester United’s management does not intend to recall Rashford if Barcelona opts not to finalize the purchase.

Insights from Thornley

Former Manchester United team masseur, Thornley, expressed that the club’s current position regarding Rashford does not surprise him. Speaking on The Busby Way Podcast, he remarked:

“I’ll be straightforward: I have known Marcus personally, and his feelings about my comments don’t concern me.”

Thornley noted a significant change in Rashford’s demeanor, stating, “He became dissatisfied and transformed into a different individual. I observed how he, once a cheerful and pleasant young man, began to sulk, particularly at the club.”

He elaborated, “Outside the club, he seemed fine during our occasional encounters, but within the club’s environment, he displayed a troubling attitude. This negativity began to reflect in his performance on the field, where he often appeared lethargic. Energy and vitality were desperately needed from him, similar to what Michael Carrick is currently instilling in the squad.”

Thornley concluded with criticism, saying, “In my opinion, Marcus has somewhat squandered his Manchester United career, rather than it being taken from him.”

Thornley served as a team masseur for Manchester United from 2010 to 2019.