Manchester United fans expressed their displeasure with Marcus Rashford through a banner at the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Tottenham, following the player’s admission that he is open to leaving the club. The banner, displayed in the away section during the match, sent a clear message to the wantaway forward.

Rashford, notably absent from the squad for this game, has been a central figure for the Red Devils in recent years, but his recent remarks have sparked frustration among supporters who expected unwavering commitment to the club. This incident highlights growing tensions as United navigates a challenging season.

Manchester United fans displayed a banner showing their feelings towards Marcus Rashford

Rashford has explained that he is ‘ready for a new challenge’

Manchester United fans referenced a famous protest banner from 1989 in their message to Marcus Rashford during the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Tottenham. The banner read: “Excuses. Ta ra, Marcus”, implying their willingness to see the forward leave the club after his recent comments about being open to a transfer.

This nod to history mirrors the iconic moment from Sir Alex Ferguson’s early days as United manager. Three years into his tenure, a fan famously displayed a banner that read: “Three years of excuses and it’s still crap… ta ra Fergie”, criticizing the team’s lack of progress under the future legend.

While Ferguson went on to become one of the greatest managers in football history, the current reaction to Rashford underlines growing frustrations among fans, as the club navigates another turbulent season.

Sir Alex Ferguson’s tenure with Manchester United, despite early criticism, lasted until 2013 and yielded an extraordinary haul of 13 league titles, five FA Cups, five League Cups, and two Champions League trophies, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest managers of all time.

For Marcus Rashford, however, a departure seems increasingly likely. The 27-year-old forward recently admitted he is “ready for a new challenge” after being omitted from Ruben Amorim’s squad for the Manchester derby. Speaking to journalist Henry Winter, Rashford said:

“For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.”

He emphasized his intention to part ways amicably:”When I leave, it’s going to be ‘no hard feelings.’ You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. That’s me as a person. If I know that a situation is already bad, I’m not going to make it worse.”

Rashford also reflected on the exits of previous players, indicating a desire for a more graceful departure:”I’ve seen how other players have left in the past, and I don’t want to be that person. When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me.”

As speculation grows, Rashford’s comments hint at a thoughtful exit, mindful of preserving his relationship with the club and its fans.

Boss Amorim insisted that he wasn’t “sending a message” with his selection for the 2-1 win over Man City.

But has since claimed that he would have liked Rashford to speak to him first before declaring his desire to wave goodbye to his eight-year stint as a Man Utd player.

Speaking this week Amorim said: “If this was me, probably I would speak with the manager.”

Rashford’s departure from Old Trafford would most certainly be pricey, given the star is now signed to a £325,000-per-week contract until 2028.

Arsenal and Chelsea have also been mentioned as prospective suitors, although rumors persist that Paris Saint-Germain may renew their interest in the attacker.

Other rumors suggest that Saudi Arabian sides might provide Rashford with an escape route from the Theatre of Dreams.