'Challenging season': Marcus Rashford explains absence on social media after missing out on England squad for Euro 2024
Manchester United star Marcus Rashford has declared that he will temporarily leave social media this summer.
Rashford has promised to 'mentally reset' after a tough season with United where he has struggled to replicate his previous form.
The England international finished the campaign with eight goals in all competitions, a dramatic drop from the 30 he scored last year.
Saw the star of the Red Devils lose his place in the England team with Gareth Southgate leaving him out of his 33-man provisional team – although the presented in the promotion.
After confessing that it was not his best campaign, Rashford indicated that he would stay away from social networks.
He wrote on X: “It's time to leave social media for a few weeks.
“I plan to rest and mentally reset after a challenging season individually and collectively.
“Thank you to the fans who supported me during a difficult period. For those who didn't, remember that at United we always stick together.”
Rashford has already had to give a response after receiving torrents of online abuse, insisting “enough is enough.”
In his last appearance this season he helped United to the FA Cup while they hit city of manchester 2-1 with goals from Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.
Full-time, Rashford seemed to be crying and sparked speculation that he could leave in the summer.
The Red Devils finished eighth this season in the Premier League, their lowest finish in the competition.
There are question marks about whether Erik ten Hag will be fired or not with Mauricio Pochettino and Thomas Tuchel linked to work.
However, the Dutchman came out fighting for his place after winning the FA Cup, while Rashford was not the only one to make an emotional plea.
antonio martial He will leave Old Trafford after nine years at the club when his contract expires at the end of next month.
In a sentence On Instagram he said: “It is with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come to turn a new page in my career.
“I'm leaving to take on new challenges, I will always be a Red Devil and I will passionately follow the club's results.”