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'I see how he contributes to this team': Erik ten Hag backs Anthony Martial to step up to replace the injured Marcus Rashford against Sevilla, insisting his Man United side play their 'best football' with the Frenchman

Erik ten Hag has claimed Manchester United play their best football with Anthony Martial in the team as he backed the Frenchman to step up and fill the void left by the injured Marcus Rashford.

Martial, who has struggled with problems relating to his hip, hamstring, back and Achilles this term, is ready to start against Sevilla on Thursday in a Europa League quarter-final if called upon, with Casemiro also available having not played for a month through suspension.

Ten Hag thought about giving Martial the nod for last weekend's victory over Everton, instead introducing him from the bench to seal the points.