Marcus Rashford's Return Could Win Manchester United the League

Marcus Rashford's return to Manchester United could be the key to winning the Premier League title, according to former Red Devils star Dwight Yorke.

What happened?

Dwight Yorke has urged Michael Carrick to set up a meeting with Marcus Rashford at his home to discuss the striker's future at Old Trafford. Yorke believes Rashford's return could be the difference between United winning the league title and falling short.

Why it matters for Marcus Rashford

Rashford, who joined United at seven years old, has been on England duty this summer. However, he is set to return to Carrington upon the conclusion of his summer break now the Three Lions are out of tournament. The attacker's future at United looked precarious after his fallout with ex-United boss Ruben Amorim. That led to a short-term loan with Aston Villa before he joined Barcelona, helping them win La Liga during his season-long stint.

What comes next?

Yorke, who scored 65 goals in 125 appearances for United, believes that Rashford's return could be a gamble, but it's one worth taking. "A fit and flying Rashford at 28 years of age is the kind of play that wins you Premier League titles," Yorke said. "The only question is whether Rashford has the stomach to come back to England, take on the doubters and the haters, and prove to himself: not to them: that he is the player we know he can be."

Yorke added that Rashford's talent has never been in doubt, but it's all about his mindset, his attitude, and what's in his head. "He's undoubtedly the most gifted player in the squad but does he want to come back and fight and show that determination to be the best, to be the number one player at the club again?" Yorke asked.

The decision is up to Rashford

Ultimately, the decision is up to Rashford himself. Yorke believes that Carrick should have a conversation with Rashford to get an insight on where he is and what he wants. "You could have a really good conversation to get an insight on where he is, and if Carrick can bring home Rashford to play at his free-flowing best, then that's a big plus for United," Yorke said.

Yorke concluded that Rashford's return could be a game-changer for United, but it's all about Rashford's mindset and attitude. "A fit and flying Rashford at 28 years of age is the kind of play that wins you Premier League titles," Yorke said.

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