Former Captain's Stance

In a surprising development, legendary former Manchester United captain Bryan Robson voiced his opinion that Marcus Rashford's recent move to Aston Villa should have never happened and the young forward needs to find his way back to his roots at Manchester United this upcoming season.

Rashford's Loan at Aston Villa

After struggling under Manager Ruben Amorim, Rashford made headlines by leaving Old Trafford on loan to join Aston Villa during the winter transfer window—a decision that sparked debate among fans and pundits alike. However, his performances at Villa have been impressive, leading to a resurgence in confidence and even catching the attention of England's new manager, Thomas Tuchel.

Aston Villa has the option to buy Rashford for £40 million, but if they decide against it, Manchester United will retain his services until 2028 as Rashford is still under contract. Despite his improved form at Villa, Robson insists that Rashford should be showcasing his talent in a Manchester United jersey.

“Marcus has unbelievable talent and should be doing better for Manchester United," Robson stated in an interview with the Daily Express. "He shouldn’t even be moving on to Aston Villa. He should be giving his best for Man Utd.”

Criticism of Commentators

Robson also criticized commentators who suggested Rashford is enjoying his football more at Villa. He argued, "If I’m at Man Utd, I’m enjoying my football, or I should be enjoying my football, and I’m going to work hard to try and make the team successful."

What Lies Ahead for Rashford?

Recently, TEAMtalk transfer correspondent Fraser Fletcher provided insight into Rashford's future. Aston Villa is reportedly waiting for a significant run of form from Rashford before deciding whether to trigger their buy option. Meanwhile, the England international is weighing all his options, and there are murmurs of interest from clubs across Europe.

Sources have indicated that even if Rashford excels, Manchester United may struggle to command more than £40 million due to the buy option in his current loan agreement.

There is growing speculation among fans and analysts that Rashford may never return to Manchester United again, despite racking up an impressive 426 appearances for the club. Even Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, admitted that perhaps it was necessary for Rashford to move on to realize his potential elsewhere.

Highlights from Rashford’s Loan at Aston Villa

Since joining Aston Villa on February 2nd, Rashford has made significant contributions:

- February 9: Rashford made his Villa debut in the FA Cup against Tottenham.

- February 22: He provided two crucial assists in a thrilling match against Chelsea.

- March 4: Rashford played a key role in his first Champions League start since November.

- March 14: He was named in Tuchel's first England squad, marking a remarkable return to international football after a year away.

Conclusion

As Rashford navigates this pivotal moment in his career, one thing is clear: whether he’s donning the claret and blue of Aston Villa or the iconic red of Manchester United, his journey will undoubtedly be one to watch closely. Will he return to his former glory at United, or is this the start of a new chapter in his footballing saga? Stay tuned!