Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has shed light on Marcus Rashford's recent loan move to Aston Villa, attributing the departure to a fundamental difference in their footballing philosophies. Rashford, who expressed a desire for a "new challenge" in December, joined Villa on a loan deal that includes an option for a permanent transfer estimated at £40 million. Amorim remarked, "I couldn't get Marcus to see the way you're supposed to play football and to train the way I see it," indicating that their contrasting views on the game played a crucial role in the decision.

Despite Rashford’s talent, Amorim acknowledged that sometimes a player may thrive under one coach's system but struggle under another. He expressed hope that Rashford would find success at Villa, stating, "I wish the best to Rashford and to [Villa manager] Unai Emery, and they can connect because he's a very good player." When asked if Rashford had explicitly disagreed with his ideas, Amorim emphasized that such differences are common in football, suggesting it was more of an intuitive feeling than a formal discussion.

Amorim also took responsibility for the club's decisions during the January transfer window, admitting it was a risk not to bring in additional players after allowing Rashford and Antony to leave on loan. While United managed to secure two signings—Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven—many fans expected further reinforcements, particularly in attack. Amorim remains focused on the current season's challenges, aware that results are critical for job security, as he navigates the complexities of team dynamics and player management.