Wayne Rooney admits he does not have much sympathy for Marcus Rashford but says forward is ‘the one player’ who can beat his all-time goalscoring record

Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney has expressed his belief that Marcus Rashford has the potential to surpass his goal-scoring records at Old Trafford. While Rooney acknowledges Rashford’s talent, he also emphasizes the importance of consistency for the forward to achieve this milestone.

In the wake of Rashford’s remarkable 2022/23 season, where he netted 30 goals across various competitions, expectations were high for the young striker. However, the current season has seen a decline in Rashford’s goal-scoring form, with only six goals in 33 appearances.

Rooney’s endorsement of Rashford’s ability to break his records comes with a caveat: consistency. The former Manchester United star stresses the need for Rashford to maintain a high level of performance throughout the season to realize his goal-scoring potential.

Despite Rashford’s recent dip in form, Rooney remains optimistic about his ability to achieve greatness at Old Trafford. The endorsement from a club legend like Rooney serves as both motivation and a reminder of the challenges Rashford must overcome to leave his mark on Manchester United’s illustrious history.