MARCUS Rashford was spotted watching Manchester United’s dramatic 2-1 win over Rangers from the stands at Old Trafford.
Rashford was again left out despite the fact that Ruben Amorim had THREE SPACES spare on his bench last night.
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Amorim named nine players out of a possible 12 to his matchday squad, which needed a Bruno Fernandes last-gasp goal to win.
Rashford was left out for a 10th straight game on Thursday as United moved up to fourth in the European league phase standings.
But the 27-year-old took the opportunity to support his team-mates.
Taking to Instagram, Rashford posted his view of the pitch, accompanied by the caption: “Come on the boys”.
But United legend Rio Ferdinand, who was on pundit duties for TNT Sports, believes Amorim is sending Rashford a clear message.
Ferdinand said: “‘I think that’s (him being left out) an indication of what the club want to happen. I think they want to get him out.
“I think he needs to go to a new club, a new situation, a new environment, for him.
“I think it’s best for both parties, himself and for Manchester United in that sense.
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“He’s a player that when he burst onto the scene and was scoring goals, I used to always remember him smiling, looking like a young kid that can’t believe he’s here, living the dream.
“I’ve not seen that face, I’ve not seen those emotions for a long time. For far too long. And I want to see players happy.
“I don’t think he’s enjoyed his football while he’s been here the last few years, so I think it would be best for everybody for him to go
“I think people behind the scenes that can make those decisions are trying their best to do that.”
Amorim filled the bench for United’s 2-1 win over Viktoria Plzen on December 12, but left two spaces free against Bodo/Glimt.
Rashford’s post comes after he trained with the United squad at Carrington on Wednesday ahead of their European clash.
He was seen smiling during group exercises, with other footage showing his focus on the session.
Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Barcelona all registered their interest in Rashford, who said he was “seeking a new challenge” after being left out United’s 2-1 win in the Manchester Derby in December.
But Dortmund have distanced themselves after being priced out of his 325,000-per-week wages.
Milan are no longer an option after the Serie A side completed a loan move for Manchester City captain Kyle Walker on Thursday.
This means cash-strapped Barcelona are Rashford’s last hope if he wants out.
Meanwhile, fans feared that Alejandro Garnacho played his last game at Old Trafford after he was spotted looking emotional at full-time.
Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes captain fantastic in last-gasp win but Harry Maguire asleep in dreadful cameo
MANCHESTER UNITED all but sealed automatic qualification to the last 16 of the Europa League thanks to a last-gasp win over Rangers.
The Red Devils welcomed the Scottish giants to Old Trafford in the penultimate group match of their European campaign on Thursday night.
And they took a giant step towards a top-eight finish thanks to a 2-1 win at Old Trafford.
A calamitous own second-half goal from Gers stopper Jack Butland broke the deadlock.
Cyriel Dessers thought he’d rescued a point for the visitors in the 88th minute before Bruno Fernandes broke the hearts of the travelling Teddy Bears four minutes later.
SunSport’s Ken Lawrence was in attendance for the Battle of Britain and is on hand to rate and slate the performances of Ruben Amorim‘s side.
Altay Bayindir – 7
The Turk is a better keeper than No 1 Andre Onana, especially dealing with corners.
Took a sore one colliding with Toby Collyer showing exactly that.
Leny Yoro – 5
The £52m central defender was deployed on the right side of Rubin Amorim’s three-man rearguard.
Youngster was shaky at times but looked better when he had the ball.
Matthijs de Ligt – 4
Terrible early touch stranded Toby Collyer – Nicolas Raskin’s even worse touch let him off the hook.
Hooked at the break – no surprise there, although Amorim said afterwards that he “felt something”.
Lisandro Martinez – 5
Once known as The Butcher of Amsterdam but he’s long lost that scary presence.
Another one who doesn’t look happy in the new system.
Amad Diallo – 7
Looks a bit different these days since his tough time on loan at Rangers three years ago.
Not on wonder-boy form this time but still a threat.
Toby Collyer – 6
Made his first appearance on a European stage and the boy done good.
The 21 year old is a very decent emerging midfielder.
Christian Eriksen – 6
Turns 33 next month and his legs aren’t really up to playing in centre midfield.
He’s always been a creator anyway but he dug in.
Diogo Dalot – 5
Started out on his wrong foot as a left wing back.
Switched midway through the second half and looked far more comfortable.
Bruno Fernandes – 9
You wonder if he drives himself as mad as he must do his manager at times. But scored a fantastic winner.
Joshua Zirkzee – 4
Ruben. He’s NOT a centre-forward.
Whatever £36m bought, it wasn’t a natural striker and it’s unfair to be playing him up there on his own.
Alejandro Garnacho – 8
Busy and focused – didn’t look like any talk of being sold to Chelsea was bothering him.
On this sparkling evidence United would be mad to let him go anywhere.
SUBS
Maguire (for De Ligt 46) 3 Totally asleep for Rangers’ equaliser.
Malacia (for Yoro 56) 5 : Looking happier now injury worries over
Ugarte (for Collyer 73) 5 : Put in a solid short spell.
Mainoo (Eriksen 73) 5 : Added strength and mobility.
Hojlund (for Zirkzee 82) 5 : Ran about a bit – he’s good at that.
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