According to Sport, Rashford has replaced Doku as Carrick's starting winger following his return to Manchester United from Barcelona.

Rashford initially hoped to continue his career at Barcelona. During his loan spell, the English winger's form was inconsistent, though his statistics were impressive: 14 goals and 15 assists in 49 appearances. Barcelona deemed the €30 million purchase clause too high, forcing the Manchester native to return home. After years of stagnation at Old Trafford and successive loan spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona, the future of Manchester United's academy product seemed uncertain. However, no one questions the quality of the 28-year-old Rashford, whose contract runs until 2028. Early this season, he has demonstrated his capabilities, even displacing Doku, who appeared destined for a key role with the Red Devils, as Carrick's starting left winger.

Doku started Manchester United's opening Premier League match against promoted Hull City, but the Red Devils fell 0-2 down in the first half, and he was among those substituted. Rashford came on in the second half and performed well, keeping his place in the 5-2 victory over Ipswich. Last week, Manchester United drew 2-2 away to Everton, and Rashford remained on the pitch until being replaced by Doku in the 70th minute. The substitution sparked controversy, with Red Devils fans arguing the team lost their attacking threat on the wing, and Carrick had to explain himself. He stated the change was due to the former Barcelona player feeling minor physical discomfort, and he wanted Rashford fresh for Manchester United's Champions League return match against Sabah FC.

In reality, Rashford has shown signs of returning to his best form in these matches and is currently one of few players at the club who can withstand intense criticism, despite being criticized by some pundits. Peter Schmeichel, however, praised him after the Everton match, saying: "Rashford was fantastic. Welcome back, Marcus, we've missed you."

His dribbling ability, breakthrough runs, exceptional physical strength, and sprint speed were evident in previous videos. However, this has not impressed the consistently demanding Jamie Carragher, who has criticized his lack of goals. Although Rashford has made a strong start, he has yet to score or provide an assist this season—something that defined his Barcelona spell.

Barcelona Still in His Heart

Rashford has never wanted to forget Barcelona and last season's experience, which profoundly affected him. Recently, he tattooed the number "14" he wore at Barcelona on his body. It's a number he had never worn before, and he chose it to honor fellow Barcelona alumnus Thierry Henry.

He also has the number "9" tattooed on him, the number he wears again since returning to Manchester United (he wore it at Aston Villa as well), and he is gradually reclaiming his best form in this shirt.

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