Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has expressed doubts over Marcus Rashford’s availability forward of the Carabao Cup remaining on Sunday (February 26). The Dutch coach has additionally dominated Anthony Martial out of the journey to Wembley.

The Purple Devils are coming off the again of an unbelievable 2-1 (4-3 combination) win over Barcelona within the Europa League Playoffs on Thursday (February 23). Nevertheless, the victory was marred by Rashford hobbling off with an obvious problem.

The in-form striker has bagged 24 targets in 37 video games throughout competitions. He posted an image of himself strolling down the sidelines with a bandage emoji on his Instagram story after the win.

Ten Hag has stated that Manchester United will assess his state of affairs. He instructed reporters forward of the ultimate (through Manchester Night Information):

“I don’t know. The gamers are coming in and we’ll should do investigating. We’ll have to attend.”

Rashford‘s potential absence can be a serious blow for Ten Hag’s aspect, who’re focusing on their first main trophy since 2017. He has been instrumental within the Purple Devils’ excellent marketing campaign.

Martial would often be a candidate to switch Rashford if he was match. Nevertheless, the French striker remains to be coping with a hip harm. He hasn’t featured for the reason that 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest within the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

Ten Hag has confirmed that Martial will miss his aspect’s conflict with Newcastle. He stated:

“No [Martial is not available for Sunday’s cup final].”

Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes nicknames Lisandro Martinez ‘My Butcher’ after Barcelona win

Manchester United duo Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez have been key within the aspect’s memorable 2-1 win over Barcelona on Thursday. The pair’s tenaciousness was on show all through the victory.

Fernandes assisted Fred for the Purple Devils’ equalizer, whereas Martinez saved the Barca assault at bay with assured defending. The Argentine took to Instagram following the sport, saying:

“What an evening! The teamwork, the character, the rocking stands… MANCHESTER UNITED!!

Fernandes responded to the submit:

“My butcher.”

Martinez gained the nickname ‘The Butcher’ throughout three seasons at Ajax. He seems to have taken the label to Outdated Trafford. His Portuguese teammate could also be alluding to how the defender was proper within the thick of a battle when a melee broke out.

Fernandes smashed the ball into Frenkie de Jong through the second half of the win over the Blaugrana. Each units of gamers scrapped following this, with Martinez proper within the thick of issues.

He has made 34 appearances since becoming a member of the membership from Ajax final summer time. The centre-back has scored one purpose and helped his aspect hold 15 clear sheets.