The red devils confirm Rashford took responsibility for actions in internal handling

In a surprising turn of events, Manchester United has provided an update on the recent controversy surrounding Marcus Rashford’s decision to go clubbing before reporting ill last week. The club clarified that Rashford has taken “responsibility for his actions,” and the incident has been addressed as an internal disciplinary matter.

Rashford had initially reported being unwell, leading to his absence from training and the FA Cup fourth-round victory over Newport. However, it was later revealed that he had been spotted clubbing in Belfast the night before reporting his illness. Despite the public attention, Manchester United now asserts that the matter is closed.

Manager Erik ten Hag opted to keep the issue in-house, echoing a departure from the public handling of Jadon Sancho’s situation earlier in the season. When questioned about the incident, ten Hag emphasized, “It’s an internal matter. I will deal with it.”

Following United’s win, the manager remained tight-lipped on further details, stating, “So he reported ill, for the rest, it’s an internal matter, and I’ll deal with it.” Responding to inquiries about the club’s culture, he added, “It’s an internal matter, and I will deal with it.”

The decision to handle the matter internally aligns with the club’s approach under Ten Hag, who has emphasized addressing such issues within the team. The news of the closure comes after United legend Rio Ferdinand warned Rashford to take responsibility and step up into his leadership role within the squad.

Ferdinand expressed concern about the club’s current state and advised Rashford to keep a low profile amid ongoing challenges. The football icon remarked, “There’s a lot of noise around the club; you’re one of the experienced players, keep that noise down. That’s your duty.”

As the incident settles within the club, the focus now shifts to Rashford’s on-field performance and leadership responsibilities, with fans and pundits alike awaiting the player’s response on and off the pitch.