Marcus Rashford: Gary Lineker lauds Manchester United and England striker as a ‘fantastic talent’

Marcus Rashford: Gary Lineker lauds Manchester United and England striker as a ‘fantastic talent’
Gary Lineker has hailed Marcus Rashford as a fabulous young talent – admitting hes never understood criticism of the England striker’s finishing.Rashford, 21, has been in inspired form under interim bossOle Gunnar Solskjaerfollowing Jose Mourinhos sacking in December.2

Gary Lineker spoke exclusively to talkSPORT on a range of topics

The England forward has scored six goals in 10 games during that time and was named thePremier League Player of the Month award for January.United have been on a stunning run of form too, most recently running out 3-0 winners at struggling Fulham, winning all but one of their last 11 games.And speaking exclusively to talkSPORT, BT Sport presenter Lineker stressed just how critical the United academy product is to the clubs long-term plans.He said: The great, young players are always the key. Marcus is a fabulous young talent.I love the way he plays. I have never understood this whole nonsense that he doesnt look calm in front of goal.2

Rashford, 21, has scored six goals in his last 10 games for the Red Devils

I always felt he was the polar opposite of that.People see him missing a couple of chances and then suddenly hes not a natural finisher.I dont know where they got that from, because I love the way he finishes.Linekerbelieves it’s the complete confidence that Rashford has in himself that has been the biggestfactor in his rapid development. He added: Hell obviously learn and get better along the way, but hes got some superb characteristics to his game.Hes got great speed, great confidence, a great touch and hes very humble.When was an 18-year-old he was picking up the ball and taking corners and free-kick without hesitation.To me that shows a player who is hugely confident in his own ability, not one who chokes in front of goal.BT Sport brings you the moments that matter this season, with exclusively live coverage of the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League. Watch live on TV and via the award winning BT Sport App. For more info visit bt.com/sport

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