Manchester United is facing internal turmoil as club legends Roy Keane and Gary Neville have unleashed furious criticism towards Marcus Rashford following his controversial night out in Barcelona. The incident occurred just hours after the England striker reportedly called in sick for training.
The explosive revelation came to light when Rashford was spotted in Barcelona nightspots on Wednesday evening, despite having missed United's training session earlier that day due to what was described as an illness. This development has sparked outrage within the club and among its legendary former players.
Roy Keane, never one to mince words, delivered a characteristically brutal assessment of the situation. The former United captain expressed his complete lack of sympathy for the 26-year-old forward, highlighting the ongoing disciplinary issues that have plagued Rashford's season.
Gary Neville echoed Keane's sentiments, expressing his exhaustion with the constant drama surrounding United players. The Sky Sports pundit emphasized that Rashford's actions demonstrate a concerning pattern of behaviour that manager Erik ten Hag must address decisively.
Erik ten Hag's Mounting Problems
The timing couldn't be worse for the Dutch manager, who is already under intense pressure following United's disappointing derby defeat to Manchester City last weekend. With crucial Premier League fixtures approaching, ten Hag now faces another significant disciplinary challenge within his squad.
This incident marks another chapter in what has been a difficult season for Rashford, who has struggled to replicate his outstanding form from the previous campaign. The controversy also raises serious questions about the culture and discipline within the Manchester United dressing room.
What Happens Next?
All eyes will be on Erik ten Hag's response to this latest incident. The United manager has previously shown willingness to discipline big-name players, having dealt with similar situations involving Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho during his tenure.
With United fighting for Champions League qualification and an FA Cup trophy, the manager cannot afford distractions. How he handles this Rashford situation could define the remainder of United's season and potentially his own future at the club.
The football world now waits to see whether Rashford will face internal disciplinary action and if he will feature in United's upcoming crucial match against Everton at Old Trafford.
