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EPL: Rashford is back with something different – Carrick

From The Punch · () English

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  • Michael Carrick believes Marcus Rashford will play a significant role for Manchester United in the upcoming season.
  • Carrick noted that Rashford has returned in good condition and offers the team something "different."
  • Rashford spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Barcelona, gaining valuable experience.

Michael Carrick, a former Manchester United player and coach, has expressed confidence in Marcus Rashford's potential to make a significant impact as the new Premier League season approaches. Carrick described the forward as a player who brings a unique quality to the team, suggesting he offers something beyond the ordinary.

Carrick, who has known Rashford for a considerable time, stated that the England international has returned to the club in excellent condition. He emphasized that Rashford remains an integral part of his plans for the upcoming campaign. "Rashford is our player and he’s come back great," Carrick was quoted as saying in a post by Fabrizio Romano on X. "I’ve known him a long time and he gives us something a little bit different."

This endorsement from Carrick underscores the belief in Rashford's capabilities within the club as they gear up for the start of the Premier League season. The forward's return to form and fitness is seen as a positive development, with the team looking forward to commencing the new season. Rashford's loan spell at Barcelona during the 2025/26 season provided him with valuable experience, allowing him to adapt to a high-level attacking system and compete consistently.

Rashford is our player and he’s come back great. I’ve known him a long time and he gives us something a little bit different.

— Michael CarrickDescribing Marcus Rashford's return and value to the team.
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