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Marcus Rashford Faces Extended Layoff Following Hamstring Injury

The Aston Villa loanee is expected to miss several weeks, potentially ending his season and raising questions about his future with the club.

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Rashford wants to play for a Champions League club next season and Villa are not in a qualifying position yet
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Overview

  • Marcus Rashford has been ruled out for several weeks with a hamstring injury sustained in training, according to Aston Villa manager Unai Emery.
  • The injury forced Rashford to miss Villa's FA Cup semifinal, where they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Wembley.
  • Rashford's absence could mark the end of his season with Villa, as the club has only four league matches remaining before the campaign concludes.
  • Villa holds a £40 million option to sign Rashford permanently, but the forward is reportedly targeting a move to a Champions League–qualified club next season.
  • Since joining Villa on loan from Manchester United in January, Rashford has scored four goals in 17 appearances, becoming a key player during their cup and league campaigns.