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Man United legend Wayne Rooney tells Marcus Rashford how to get to Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland's level after signing new long-term deal

Wayne Rooney has challenged Marcus Rashford to get Manchester United 'back to winning titles' after signing a new long-term contract.

The 25-year-old pledged his future to the club this week by signing a new five-year contract worth £300,000-a-week.

Rooney heaped praise on the England international before calling on him to join an elite group of forwards by guiding United to more trophies.

'I think Marcus Rashford is an incredible talent. I'm delighted he's signed a new deal,' Rooney said.

'I think the next five years are going to be important in his legacy.