Manchester United are preparing for a pivotal Europa League semi-final tie against Athletic Club, with Ruben Amorim’s side aiming to salvage their season and secure Champions League football.
With the team languishing in the bottom half of the table in the Premier League, United’s European campaign has become a lifeline, and Amorim has placed great emphasis on making history with the Red Devils.
Several young stars have stepped up in recent weeks due to mounting injuries, including U21 talents like Bendito Mantato being added to senior squads and United’s recent squad UEFA Europa League squad to face Athletic Club.
Meanwhile, concerns are growing around the club’s attacking depth heading into the business end of the season.
And now, a fresh setback has emerged involving one of the club’s marquee names.
Marcus Rashford has flown to Dubai to undergo the first stage of his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury, according to BBC Sport.
Although currently on loan at Aston Villa, the 27-year-old forward remains a player Manchester United continue to monitor closely, particularly with this summer’s international fixtures looming.
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Rashford’s injury is significant, and while initial assessments suggested he could return before Villa’s season ends, there’s growing pessimism that he might be sidelined until the summer.
United fans will be keeping a close eye on his recovery, not only because of his ties to Old Trafford but also due to the upcoming England fixtures in June.
Marcus Rashford is determined to be fit for England’s World Cup Group K qualifier against Andorra on 7 June and their friendly clash with Senegal three days later.
The winger is undergoing warm-weather training in the Middle East to speed up his return and has reportedly responded well to treatment so far.
After being overlooked by Gareth Southgate, new England boss Thomas Tuchel made Rashford a priority and started him in both of his debut matches in charge.
Should his recovery go according to plan, Rashford could still play a crucial role this summer – but for now, United and England will be watching closely from a distance.
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