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Mata names Rashford as most talented Man Utd academy product and reveals 'very close' relationship with Fernandes

The Spanish international recalled a conversation with former team-mate Ander Herrera after seeing the forward for the first time in training

Juan Mata has named Marcus Rashford as the biggest talent he has seen come through Manchester United’s academy.

The Spanish playmaker recalled a conversation with former team-mate Ander Herrera after they watched Rashford for the first time in training.

Rashford burst onto the scene in early 2016, and has spent the following four years becoming arguably United’s most important player.

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“Obviously the first one who comes to my mind is Marcus, Marcus Rashford,” Mata said in a Q&A on United’s official website.