Marcus Rashford facing make-or-break at Manchester United under Erik ten Hag

It was a frustrating end to the 2021/22 season for Marcus Rashford. Aiming to put to bed his worst run of form, Rashford arrived at Selhurst Park only to be omitted from the squad after picking up an injury during the warm-up.

Few players last season cut as dejected a figure as Rashford and fans were quick to turn on their once-adored poster boy. But at just 24 years of age and with the introduction of an in-form, top-quality manager, there could yet be enough time for the United faithful to fall back in love with their local star.

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Throughout the entirety of the 2021/22 season, fresh leaks would spring from the cauldron that was United’s dressing room. Ole Gunnar Solskjær deserves credit for his handling of a dressing room filled with poisonous egos and social media superstars.

The introduction of Cristiano Ronaldo, however, caused a full meltdown. Solskjær lost his job (also due to tactical disaster-classes), while Rangnick made little effort to win over his squad.

Internal pressure within the club peaked after Manchester United timidly fell out of the Champions League last 16 to Atletico Madrid. and Rashford snapped after exiting Old Trafford, needing to be pulled away after confronting taunting supporters. This was a rare loss of cool for him though, and he'll be making a fresh start under a fresh manager this pre-season.

United fans became immediately enthralled by the homegrown striker due to his intensity and desire. Debuting on in February 2016 against Midtjylland, Rashford may have netted a brace, but the youngster’s pulsating energy seemed special as it breathed life into a limp