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“Can be a world beater”: Michael Owen says United star is unhappy at Old Trafford

Ex-Manchester United striker Michael Owen believes Marcus Rashford has the ability to be a world beater but is not happy at Old Trafford.

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 10:51 AM
“Can be a world beater”: Michael Owen says United star is unhappy at Old Trafford
Key Things to Know
  • Michael Owen claimed Marcus Rashford looks unhappy and is the weak link in Manchester United's attack.
  • Marcus Rashford has recorded zero goals and zero assists in six appearances for Manchester United this season.
  • Manchester United drew 1-1 against Fulham at Craven Cottage last Sunday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester United striker Michael Owen suggested that Marcus Rashford is unhappy at Old Trafford and not enjoying his football. The 28-year-old forward has failed to record a goal or an assist in six appearances across all competitions under manager Michael Carrick this season, most recently starting in a 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Speaking to Premier League Productions, Owen identified Rashford as the weak link in Manchester United's attack. Owen noted that Rashford returned from a loan spell at Barcelona, where the Spanish club chose not to keep him permanently, and cautioned that Rashford's starting spot remains vulnerable to competition from Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha.

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