Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed that Marcus Rashford’s departure on loan to Aston Villa was due to differences in football philosophy.
Rashford, 27, joined Villa on a loan deal that includes an option for a permanent transfer valued at £40 million, with the Midlands club covering up to 75% of his wages.
Amorim explained that despite Rashford’s talent, he struggled to adapt to the coach’s tactical approach.
“I couldn’t get Marcus to see the way you’re supposed to play football and to train the way I see it,” Amorim said.
He acknowledged that player-coach dynamics can vary, saying, “Sometimes you have one player who is really good with one coach, and the same player with another coach is different. I just wish the best to Rashford and Unai Emery, and I hope they can connect because he’s a very good player.”
Rashford made notable contributions under Amorim, scoring his first goal during a 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town and starting key matches against Everton and Viktoria Plzen.
Villa fans will now anticipate seeing the forward make an impact under Unai Emery’s management.