Marcus Rashford, the Manchester United and England striker, has replied to a fan who condemned his treatment as “absolutely terrible” and “mean.”
In a February interview with The Players’ Tribune, the 26-year-old defended his professionalism and dedication to hometown club Manchester United.
Rashford has been unable to recreate his success from last season, when he scored 30 goals and was deservedly crowned United’s Player of the Year for 2022/23.
So far, he has eight goals in 42 appearances in all competitions for the Premier League team, a number that continues to raise eyebrows.
In addition to his performance on the field, he faced substantial criticism for being sighted visiting a Belfast nightclub hours before reporting unwell to first-team training at Carrington.
“Listen, I’m not a flawless guy,” he said in an interview with TPT. “When I make a mistake, I’ll be the first to admit that I need to improve, but if you ever doubt my dedication to Manchester United, I’ll have to speak out.
“It’s like someone is challenging my whole identity and everything I stand for as a guy. I grew up here. I’ve been a member of this club since I was a youngster. My family gave away life-changing money when I was a child so that I may wear this medal.”
Rashford has continued to face criticism after defending his allegiance to Manchester United earlier this year. In reality, on Friday morning at 12:36 a.m., he revealed his present condition.
On Thursday afternoon, X user UtdParadigm said on the social media site, “The way Marcus Rashford is being handled is simply awful.” It is harsh. “It is abuse.”
Hours later, the England forward quoted the post. He wrote, “I appreciate your support.” “It is abuse and has been for some months. “Enough is enough.”
“I’m not trying to go after the media,” he stated. “I understand the game, you know what I mean? They’re not really writing about me. It’s as if they’re writing about the character ‘Marcus Rashford’.
“It can’t simply be about me as a 26-year-old boy on a night out, or a lad receiving a parking penalty. It has to be about how much my vehicle costs, estimating my weekly paycheck, my jewelry, or even my tattoos.
“It has to do with my body language, questioning my morality, and speculating about my family and football future. There’s a tone to it that isn’t common among football players. Let’s leave it at that.
