What Man Utd squad really thought of Marcus Rashford being dropped revealed following Aston Villa move

A report has revealed what the Manchester United squad really thought of Marcus Rashford being dropped from the first-team following his Aston Villa transfer.

Rashford was banished from the first-team by Ruben Amorim, who hadn't played him since December 12.

He was subsequently left out of every matchday squad - except against Newcastle United, where he returned to the squad but didn't play.

Rashford has since departed Old Trafford, joining Villa on loan until the end of the season.

He could feature for his new side on Sunday when they face Tottenham in the FA Cup and he could be play in a shock position.

Ahead of potentially making his Villa debut, a report has revealed how the Man United squad reacted to the 27-year-old being omitted from the first-team.

According to The Athletic, 'many of Rashford's teammates understood the manager's decision'.

The club's hierarchy also sided with Amorim as they were willing to match his 'ruthlessness measure for measure'.

Marcus Rashford joined Aston Villa from Manchester United. Image: Getty

Rashford attracted interest from Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain before opting for Villa.

He was lured by the ambition of the Midlands outfit, who reached the Champions League last-16 following a stellar league phase campaign.

"It’s a club that’s in a good position in the league, and they’re pushing to get higher. Still in the Champions League, a good, ambitious manager and great talent in the squad," he told the club's official website.

"I’ve had to choose somewhere where I feel my style of football is suited to, and can help them and help me rediscover and improve as a player.

"Obviously it’s only short-term I’m here, so I want to make the most of my time here, and the only way to do that is by using my attributes and my skillset to help the team."

Rashford has played 24 games for Man United this season, scoring seven goals.