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Marcus Rashford is in the form of his life because he 'no longer has to play second fiddle' to Cristiano Ronaldo, insists Garth Crooks, who claims the former wantaway was at PROBLEM at Man United as he was desperate to hang on to former glories'

Manchester United and Marcus Rashford are continually improving thanks to the departure of 'problem' forward Cristiano Ronaldo, according to Garth Crooks.

Ronaldo, who confirmed his acrimonious exit from Old Trafford in November after delivering a bombshell interview slamming the club alongside Piers Morgan, has since moved to Al-Nassr in pursuit of a fresh start.

Since, Rashford has netted eight goals in nine league appearances for United and propelled Erik ten Hag's side into third spot, five points behind leaders Arsenal and two behind local rivals Manchester City.

The Red Devils have also consolidated their position in the top four and look on course to secure Champions League football next season, five points ahead of Newcastle in fourth and seven in front of chasers Tottenham.