Rashford ‘more than doubtful’ for Manchester United’s Wolves showdown - Ten Hag

PREMIER LEAGUE Rashford ‘more than doubtful’ for Manchester United’s Wolves showdown - Ten Hag

Kiplagat Sang 21:19 - 12.05.2023

However, the Red Devils are set to welcome Raphael Varane back 

Erik ten Hag has confirmed Raphael Varane’s return, but Marcus Rashford is doubtful for the Saturday match against Wolves.

Manchester United will need to win after suffering two straight defeats - for the first time since August – and Varane’s return after missing seven games - is welcome, but Rashford’s fitness concern is a worry.

"Varane is back; Marcus Rashford is doubtful. He has a problem on his leg, an injury, so he is a big question mark for [Saturday]," Ten Hag said on Friday.

"Doubtful, more than doubtful. A big question mark," the coach added when pushed to give more updates on Rashford.

"We are happy Varane is back. He has the experience, the know-how to win, and he will guide us."

Defeats in the last two games saw United open the door for Liverpool as far as Champions League qualification is concerned. However, Ten Hag says there is nervousness in his camp following the losses and Liverpool’s form.

"We are convinced with what we are doing; we have a lot of success, and we have won a lot of games," the Dutchman added.

"The way we work, the way we're playing, the structures are really clear, but we have to execute them and show 100 per cent discipline in rules and principles. When we do that, we are successful.

"We know that, but it's not important because we have everything in our hands... As long as we have everything in our hands, then we are not dependent on them."

The Red Devils must win on Saturday to keep Liverpool at arm's length.