Rooney: Rashford can break my record if he knuckles down

Wayne Rooney believes Marcus Rashford can surpass his 253-goal United record, but only with a better work rate.

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What happened. Rashford is set to return to Manchester United this summer after loan spells with Aston Villa and Barcelona, and Rooney has urged him to improve his work rate.

• Barcelona chose not to make Rashford's loan permanent.
• Rashford has 138 goals for United, 15th all-time.
• Rooney spoke on the Rest is United podcast.

“I think his work rate has to improve. But if he wants to be at the football club, he just needs to knuckle down.”

— Wayne Rooney

Rashford faces an uncertain future at United, with Rooney's challenge adding pressure for a strong return.

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