Marcus Rashford compares himself to Thierry Henry and claims he has developed into 'free player' during up-and-down career at Man Utd

Rashford struggled for form in the first half of the 2024-25 campaign at United, which saw him being sent on loan to Aston Villa in the January transfer window. At Villa Park, the English forward regained his confidence and ended the season on a high under Unai Emery's tutelage.

Rashford is now back at Old Trafford, but his future at the club remains uncertain. He has been linked with a permanent move away from the Red Devils this summer, with Barcelona reportedly keen on signing the attacker. Amid speculations over his future, the England international opened up on his transformation as a footballer as he compared himself to Gunners and French football icon Henry.

Speaking to Spanish YouTube channel XBuyer in Marbella, the 27-year-old said: "I see myself reflected in Henry. He's comfortable playing on the left and also in the middle. He's a free player. As I've developed, the number 9 position has become more comfortable, more natural. Things like playing with my back to goal are becoming easier for me. You're always in front of goal and always dangerous."

The United academy product is enjoying his vacation at the moment before returning to the club next month for pre-season training, unless he finds another club in between.