Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has voiced his concerns regarding the commitment levels of some players towards manager Erik ten Hag, suggesting they may be prioritizing personal agendas over team responsibilities. Rooney remarked, “If they are, I don’t think they’re showing it very well.”

He emphasized that certain players seem to be conserving themselves for the upcoming FA Cup final and the European Championships, rather than fully dedicating themselves to the current campaign. Rooney’s observations follow United’s recent 1-0 loss to Arsenal, during which key players such as Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford were absent due to injuries. Despite their absence from the match, Fernandes and Rashford returned to training this week, indicating progress in their recoveries.

Rooney’s sentiments were echoed by former United captain Roy Keane, who expressed similar concerns about players’ attitudes towards injuries. Keane highlighted the importance of players demonstrating eagerness to return to action for the benefit of the team. With the FA Cup final approaching, injured players have a limited window to prove their fitness and dedication to the team’s cause.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United is currently 8th in the Premier League with 54 points.

In the last 36 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 14 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 0-1 against Arsenal.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 52 goals and conceding 56.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Newcastle United on Wednesday 15th of May in Manchester. The prediction is Newcastle United winning the match.​