Marcus Rashford has reportedly been putting in extra work in training in a bid to turn his fortunes around on the pitch.
The Manchester United forward is going through a tough period in his career as his form and confidence have dipped but he has been working hard to try to arrest his recent slump.
Rashford is at the Red Devils' training ground 12 hours a day as he undertakes three sessions, according to The Telegraph.
The report also claims that he's picking the brains of fitness fanatic and five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo about his muscle mass when he was 24 years old.
Sportsmail exclusively revealed on Wednesday that Rashford is facing a dilemma as he prepares to begin negotiations over a new contract with United with fears his career is stalling at Old Trafford.
Fans turned on him in Monday night's FA Cup third-round win over Aston Villa as they questioned his desire after he gave up when there appeared to be a chance to turn in a rebound.
Former Manchester United striker Dion Dublin, who was commentating on the game at the Threatre of Dreams, claimed the United forward looked 'disinterested' throughout the game.
'If Rashford is on his front foot there, he's got a tap-in,' Dublin said. 'It looked like he didn't want to get himself a simple goal. If he continues his run at pace, he's got a side-foot. He looks disheartened, I haven't seen him smile in a long time.'
Alan Shearer agreed Dublin, accusing Rashford of playing his football this season like it is a 'chore'.
Speaking at half-time, BBC Sport pundit Shearer said he saw glimpses of improvement from the England internatioanl, but believes he is not 'enjoying' playing.
'It's a little bit better, I think, in that first half,' Shearer said. 'I get that he's had injuries, I get that he's struggling with a little bit of confidence, amazing work off the pitch.
'But certainly a lot of the times this season, it looks as if everything is a chore. It looks like hard work for him. He doesn't seem to be enjoying his football as much.
'I get that. It's a learning curve, you learn how to get over that. There has been one or two more encouraging signs in that first half.
'Certainly, he posed lots of questions early on when he was down that left-hand side. I said about the lack of width before the game.
'That hasn't been the case, he's done well down that side. And then he's switched to the right-hand side. So, a little bit better from him tonight.'
Emmanuelsaga
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12 hours a day training and still can't bench Ronaldo st 37 years old Man I rest my case.
Oh you want United to bench highest paid player bravo kid 😂😂😂
Jeremycamp
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Ah... We know your intention [Crylaugh]
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shut up man 😂 that's not the only thing he wants to do.
Gberto
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Everybody is blaming Rashford for that Rebound but no body is accusing Greenwood for getting a strike instead of passing the ball Rashford was frustrated because he made many runs and did not receive the ball. If I were him I would have done same
Herve2
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12 hours a day training and still can't bench Ronaldo st 37 years old Man I rest my case.
lishatartist02
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Keep it op you can make it again
Sepcdlnsuy
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Rashford own is not extra training is to stop being selfish
pioacdloy
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hard work brings success
GopiChelski
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Ah... We know your intention [Crylaugh]
footballillusion
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However he peforms in match .I always believe in rashford .
phabiano5000
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when you have Fred as a midfielder in your team, when you have wan bissaka and maguire as your defenders who would smile playing,let the poor lad be poor forms don't last long except if he goes to psg 🥱
think twice before you comment don't just say rubbish
Muguab22
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I still have faith in you Rashford. Its normal to loose form in football. with time u will find yourself
memejunior
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when you have Fred as a midfielder in your team, when you have wan bissaka and maguire as your defenders who would smile playing,let the poor lad be poor forms don't last long except if he goes to psg 🥱
fizzbizzie
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let the lad be. all our forwards are suffering from poor midfield.
Chocobo
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train some team work. plz
yoeilmnost
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it's a matter of tym u will b back to your best levels Radhy
Briankasupe
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hard work always pays
miodeksu
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stop be a footballer Rashy... be a doctor then
lisablrsy
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He takes crystal meth 😁
Rish_devil
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Dude its alright, just get some rest. We understand your frustrations but if you keep training so hard it'll reduce your longevity. Form depends on your mindset its not about ability we all know your talented just take some time off relax and come back. I'm sure when your minds free your performance will also feel natural. Don't force things.
ijelejoe
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Rashford trying to convince man united that he's still capable of taking them to top 4 be like 🤦🤦🤦 👇👇👇
Kadiekanu
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U don’t say 😥. Hay please Rashford take martial along wit u