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Marcus Rashford's 'main priority is NOT football', claims Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink - as the former England coach slams the Man United star

Former England coach Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has slammed Marcus Rashford despite his return to form in recent weeks - claiming football is 'not' the forward's main priority.

Rashford was benched for the goalless draw against Crystal Park at Selhurst Park on Saturday despite scoring three goals in the last two games.

Erik Ten Hag had claimed pre-match that the decision was due to rotation, with Rashford ultimately introduced as a substitute on the hour mark as Man United chased the opening goal.

The 26-year-old's first goal of the season against Southampton a fortnight ago came on the back of a huge drop off which saw him miss out on a place in England Euros squad over the summer.