Simon Jordan BLASTS Ten Hag For Triggering Media Pile-On Against Marcus Rashford! 😠🔥

Summary

The transcript discusses controversy around Manchester United player Marcus Rashford, who was left out of the team's squad recently. Rashford was reported ill after being seen at nightclubs before missing training. Manager Erik ten Hag called it an 'internal matter' but fans and media are questioning Rashford's commitment. There is debate around how ten Hag should handle Rashford - be stricter or protect him. Comparisons are made to past player issues. Overall there are concerns about the culture at Manchester United and whether players like Rashford take their responsibilities seriously.

Takeaways

• 😀 Rashford was left out of the squad for the Newport match, with United claiming he was ill - but it later emerged he had been out at nightclubs earlier that week
• 😕 Ten Hag repeatedly said it was an 'internal matter' when asked about Rashford's absence - raising questions over how he will deal with it
• 😒 Rashford has previous issues with discipline, going out late before matches
• 😠 Ten Hag wants high standards and has come down hard on issues before (e.g. Ronaldo, Sancho)
• 😬 Questions over whether Ten Hag should air issues publicly as a management tactic
• 😐 Unclear if Rashford was actually ill/unfit to train - Ten Hag may not have full information
• 😑 Other United players like Van de Beek struggling on loan deals - questions over squad mentality
• 🚨 Rashford's brother/agent also at Carrington today - suggestion of another off-field issue
• 😡 Many United fans frustrated, feel Rashford should be axed as he is not committed enough
• 😕 Questions remain whether Ten Hag can fix culture and discipline issues at United

Q & A

Why was Marcus Rashford not included in Manchester United's squad for the Newport match?

United claimed Rashford was left out of the traveling squad due to illness, but this followed reports that Rashford had been out at nightclubs in Belfast earlier that week before saying he was too ill to attend training on Friday.

How did Erik ten Hag respond when asked about Rashford's absence?

Ten Hag stuck to the line that Rashford had reported ill, calling it an internal matter and saying he would deal with it internally.

What is the perception around Rashford's behavior and how does it impact Ten Hag?

There is a perception that Rashford has shown questionable behavior before, like going out before matches. This makes it harder for Ten Hag as he tries to manage a struggling team and change the culture at the club.

How have other players like Donny van de Beek struggled since joining Manchester United?

Other big signings like Van de Beek have failed to excel at Manchester United after arriving with a lot of fanfare. This points to wider issues at the club beyond just Rashford's behavior.

What kind of culture has developed amongst players at Manchester United?

Some feel a problematic 'entitled' culture has developed among players at Manchester United, where they bend rules and lack accountability.

How could Ten Hag have better handled questions about Rashford's absence?

Instead of calling it an internal matter, Ten Hag could have simply cited illness to give himself breathing room without fueling speculation.

Does Rashford get more leniency because of his performances?

In the past Rashford got more leniency for bending rules because he was performing well, but his form has dipped which changes the calculus.

Why might Rashford's brother/agent have been called into Carrington?

With Rashford's unexplained illness and night out, the club may have asked his brother/agent to address additional concerns over his behavior and commitment.

How has fan perception of Rashford changed over time?

Rashford used to be widely praised by fans but there is now growing frustration over his inconsistent performances and off-field issues.

What long-term changes need to happen at Manchester United?

To change the culture, United likely needs to hold players more accountable and emphasize the gravity of representing the club.