SLACKER!

Waddle fires shot at big-time Rashford

- DAVID MCDONNELL

MARCUS RASHFORD has been accused of believing his own hype and coasting after signing his mega-money contract with Manchester United.

The forward spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa after falling out with United boss Ruben Amorim, who was unimpressed with his lack of effort and discipline.

The move to Villa, where he scored four goals, earned Rashford an England recall but injury ended his season prematurely and he is now looking for a new club after accepting there is no way back for him under Amorim.

Barcelona have been linked with a move for Rashford, 27, but former England winger Chris Waddle reckons his lack of application will put clubs off from signing him on a permanent basis.

Asked if Villa should try to sign him on a permanent deal, Waddle (above) said: "Not really. I thought he did okay.