The goal objective that Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag has set for one of his players this year may cause him to compete with Earling Haaland of Manchester City in the race for the golden boot this year.
Earling, who this summer moved from Dortmund to Manchester City for a reported $51 million, has adapted to Pep Guardiola’s style of play earlier than anticipated.
After playing in 6 games for the navy Blues and scoring 10 goals in the English Premier League this season, the Norwegian is considered a frontrunner to win the award.
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Marcus Rashford can compete with Earlig Haaland in this competition, though, according to information provided by Manchester United sources to the Sun about what Erik ten Hag expects of the Englishman.
According to rumours, Erik ten Hag is considering using Marcus Rashford as his primary attacker rather than the fugitive Cristiano Ronaldo. With three goals and two assists this season, Rashford appears to have found his mojo again under the Dutchman’s tutelage.
The boss wants Marcus to be United’s starting striker and lead the front line, according to the insider who spoke to the Sun.
He wants Marcus to express himself in matches because he thinks he has the potential to be among the best in the world.
He constantly reminds him to exploit his speed and abilities when the opportunity arises. He assured Marcus that he will likely score 20 goals this year.
“They get along pretty well, and Marcus is really content.”
And it is safe to say that Marcus will certainly challenge Haaland for the golden boot if he can hit the 20-goal mark that is supposedly set for him.