Erik ten Hag has told Marcus Rashford and his Man United teammates to relish the responsibility that comes with playing for the club.
The forward found himself involved in an exchange with a supporter during the warm-up for the midweek clash with Newcastle United at Old Trafford.
The incident saw the fan shouting something at Rashford, before the England international walked towards the supporter and responded, although it’s not clear what was said.
He was then led away by his teammates with the matchday steward telling the fan in question to calm down.
In 41 appearances this term, Rashford has scored just eight times with the forward falling out of favour under Ten Hag.
But discussing the criticism aimed at Rashford, Ten Hag has told his players that they must focus on the majority of fans who are behind them.
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Ten Hag said: “There were 68,000 fans so positive, a great vibe. So, it’s fantastic to play for this club and Marcus knows that.”
Asked if he had spoken to Rashford about the criticism that he’s faced, Ten Hag said: “No, not in that specific.
“But I talk often with the players about this, and it happens, and you have to deal with it as a player.
“So, one person is not representative for many, so only one.
“You have to deal with it – don’t react, don’t respond. Take it and move on with it.”
Man United round off their Premier League campaign against Brighton in the hope of securing European football.
They’ll then face Manchester City in the FA Cup final in the hope of securing silverware.
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