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Stan Collymore: Marcus Rashford in Danger of Becoming 'Modern-Day Theo Walcott'

Former England international Stan Collymore thinks Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford is in danger of not fulfilling his potential, suggesting he could become "the modern-day Theo Walcott."

Rashford is regarded as one of the brightest talents in English football and is a regular for the Red Devils, having burst onto the scene in the 2015-16 season. For the Three Lions, he has also established himself in Gareth Southgate's setup, making 33 appearances despite being just 21 years old.

Even so, in his column for the Daily Mirror, Collymore said it's important Rashford crafts out a preferred role, having played as a striker and a wide attacker for club and country:

"If Rashford isn't careful then, sooner rather than later, he is going to find himself cast as the modern-day Walcott.