Improve performance if you want to impress Carrick

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has issued a stark assessment of Marcus Rashford's current form, urging the forward to significantly improve his performance and finishing if he wishes to remain a key player for the club. Rooney believes these improvements are necessary for Rashford to regain the confidence of manager Michael Carrick.

Beyond Rashford's situation, Rooney also stressed the need for Manchester United to strengthen their squad further, even after recent signings. He recommended acquiring four more players, highlighting specific areas he believes require reinforcement before the transfer window closes on September 1. Rooney suggested Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly as a potential valuable addition, praising his versatility and potential.

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I think we know he (Rashford) has the ability, he has shown it. For me, does he have the desire? Does he want to play for United?

Rooney specifically called for the acquisition of another center-back, a central midfielder, and a striker. He expressed concerns about the consistency of current players, citing Luke Shaw's performance against AC Milan as an example of why relying solely on existing options might be risky. "If you can get a player who can play as a left-back and also in the middle. He is still young, has a very bright future. I think it is a decision that does not need to be thought about twice if you can bring him in," Rooney said of Lewis-Skelly.

Addressing Rashford directly, Rooney questioned the player's desire to play for Manchester United, drawing a parallel to his own past request to leave the club in 2010. He advised Rashford to work on his body language, increase his work rate, and focus intensely. "I think we know he (Rashford) has the ability, he has shown it. For me, does he have the desire? Does he want to play for United?" Rooney questioned. He suggested that Rashford might need to rebuild his relationship with the fans through dedicated effort and improved on-field presence.

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If you can get a player who can play as a left-back and also in the middle. He is still young, has a very bright future. I think it is a decision that does not need to be thought about twice if you can bring him in.