Several fans have expressed concern over Marcus Rashford appearing ‘unhealthy’ at his Aston Villa unveiling, having completed his loan exit from Manchester United on Sunday night.
The 27-year-old footballer, who revealed earlier this month his wish to leave Old Trafford in a bombshell interview, has since been exiled by Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim, absent from United’s last eight games in all competitions.
Despite attracting interest from Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund, Rashford sealed his loan switch to Aston Villa on the eve of January’s transfer deadline day, with a £40million buy option included in the deal at the end of the season.
Given Rashford has been viewed as one of Manchester United’s star players after emerging through their academy to chalk up over 400 club appearances, the past month has proved challenging for the former England international.
The forward has been frequently criticised by both fans and pundits for his attitude on and off the pitch, weighed down by the responsibility of being one of the Red Devils’ most senior players and highest earners.
Marcus Rashford completed a loan move to Aston Villa on Sunday, sealing his Man United exit
Several fans raised concerns over the star’s appearance during his Aston Villa unveiling (left), claiming he looked ‘rough’ and ‘unhealthy’ compared to just over a month ago (right)
A handful of supporters expressed concern after what has been a difficult period for Rashford
Before his exit to Aston Villa, Amorim publicly questioned Rashford’s lifestyle and commitment and warned the star he must change if he were to have any hope of breaking back into his plans.
A handful of supporters expressed concern over Rashford’s appearance after the deal was announced, commenting on how he looked ‘rough’ and ‘unhealthy’ during his photoshoot with Aston Villa.
Reacting to the unveiling, one fan posted on X: ‘Does not look healthy. Wouldn’t have even put this photo out if I was Villa media/comms (and would even go as far as to wonder if manager or head of recruitment thought twice about completing the deal). A graphic until such times as a respectable photo could be taken.’
‘Looks rough man, hope he does well,’ a second added.
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