Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is under scrutiny from British tabloids following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The striker was enjoying a break on a luxury yacht with friends and companions, where they indulged in Armand de Brignac Brut Gold champagne priced at £270 a bottle.
The Sun detailed the costs of the 28-year-old's attire and accessories during his holiday. In the photos, Rashford is seen sporting Louis Vuitton trainers, a chunky silver chain inscribed with 'Home is where the heart is', and black Hublot Square Bang Unico watches valued at £23,000.
These revelations sparked outrage among United fans on social media, who accused journalists of intruding into Rashford's private life and displaying bias:
“Who cares how he's having fun? The lad’s in his twenties and super-rich — would you really say you wouldn’t do the same?”
“The same media sat in silence when he was at Barcelona, but as soon as he returns, they start with the negative headlines. Predictable and pathetic.”
“What does the price of his watch have to do with anything? What does his holiday before pre-season have to do with football? Why do you think this information will change our lives in any way?”
“And again the media are tearing into Rashford just because he plays for Manchester United. What’s wrong with this photo and what’s wrong with a £23,000 watch if he can obviously afford it? Leave the lad alone; this is his private life.”
Rashford spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Barcelona, returning to Manchester United this summer. He made his first-team debut for the club in 2016 at just 18 years old. Since then, he has played 426 matches across all competitions, scoring 138 goals and providing 79 assists.
