The Manchester United manager has confirmed that the Red Devils have launched one-year extension options on four contracts, among which was English footballer Marcus Rashford.
How was everything?
Red Devils players Diogo Dalot, Luke Shaw and Fred have also seen their respective deals trigger clauses that mean they won’t become free agents in the summer of 2023. The Manchester United manager is delighted to see the four men remain in place, who featured prominently during his debut campaign at Old Trafford, with Man Utd looking to establish stability and continuity as they build towards what they hope will be a bright future.
What did Erik ten Hag say?
The Red Devils boss said about Co and Marcus being held until 2024, yes, he can confirm that. According to Erik ten Hag, they are happy because the roster is heading in the right direction and these players have made a huge contribution in that direction.
Ten Hag added that they want to develop, they want to support these players and they want them to stay in their process. Therefore, they came to such decisions, Erik is sure that they are correct. The head coach says they want to build a team for the future, so for years to come, and these players should be part of it.
The Dutch tactician called Rashford a constant threat after his great performance for the Red Devils against the Clarets in the League Cup.
Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen opened the scoring at Old Trafford before Marcus doubled the lead with a brilliant solo goal to help Man Utd beat the Clarets 2-0 in the round of 16 on Wednesday. Marcus Rashford rode towards the opposition box from his own half with Jordan Beyer and Jack Cork unable to stop him before he unleashed a fierce shot that went into the bottom corner for his ninth goal of the season. Erik singled out the Englishman for praise before insisting that his squad was hungry for success after the international break.
Erik ten Hag said after the match that Marucs Rashford was great. The head coach thinks he was a constant threat and played on the back line and was dangerous with his dribbling and movement. Marcus runs so much. In the end, they will benefit.
The Dutch coach added that it was difficult to get the press, but they did it. And they should get more out of it. There is still room for improvement, but Erik is pleased with the victory. According to him, the players are hungry after the break of the World Cup, and it was great to see a team goal for the first.
Marcus Rashford rediscovers his best level
The English player is gradually rediscovering his best level with Erik since the beginning of the season. Marcus Rashford was in exceptional form with England at the recently concluded World Cup, where the player scored three goals in five appearances to help his country reach the quarter-finals, only to suffer a heart attack against France.
He is eager to move on from this disappointment after being back on the bill for his club as he said it was good to play again. But according to Marcus Rashford, it was a tough game and it was good to get a win to take into the next game. Losing the World Cup affects them more emotionally because it was such a frustrating feeling to be knocked out and they have to pull themselves together. There is no time to feel sorry for yourself. They have to pick up the results and they luckily did so today. Marcus Rashford says it was fun to be there.