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Manchester United Stars Rashford and Greenwood Show Support for Ex-Talent Angel Gomes

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Manchester United stars Mason Greenwood and Marcus Rashford have expressed their support for former teammate Angel Gomes, who has recently joined Marseille after rejecting a contract extension with Lille. Gomes, 24, played for United from 2017 to 2020 before moving to Lille, where he earned his first England call-up last year. His decision to leave Lille at the end of the season was met with interest from several Premier League clubs, including Tottenham, West Ham, Newcastle United, and Liverpool, but he ultimately chose to join Marseille. Greenwood, who has been playing for Marseille since last summer, has been praised by teammate Adrien Rabiot as an "incredible player" and will reunite with Gomes at the Stade Velodrome.

Key Takeaways:

  • Angel Gomes, a 24-year-old former Manchester United midfielder, has joined Marseille on a deal after rejecting a contract extension with Lille.
  • Gomes' departure from Lille was met with interest from several Premier League clubs, including Tottenham, West Ham, Newcastle United, and Liverpool.
  • Marseille teammate Mason Greenwood, who joined the club last summer, has been praised by teammate Adrien Rabiot as an "incredible player".
  • Greenwood will reunite with Gomes at Marseille, where they will play together at the Stade Velodrome.
  • Gomes has flourished in France since leaving United in 2020, earning his first England call-up last year and scoring 21 goals with six assists for Marseille.
  • Former United manager Roberto De Zerbi's team secured a Champions League spot with the help of Greenwood's performances.
  • Adrien Rabiot hailed Greenwood as an exceptional player, praising his ability to score with both his right and left foot, his exceptional shot, and his dribbling skills.

Statistics:

  • Angel Gomes, 24, has played for Manchester United from 2017 to 2020 and then for Lille.
  • Gomes earned his first England call-up in 2022.
  • Greenwood has netted 21 goals and provided six assists for Marseille since joining the club last summer.
  • Marseille secured a Champions League spot with the help of Greenwood's performances.

Sources:

  • The Athletic
  • Instagram (Marseille)
  • Offside via Getty Images
  • ANP via Getty Images

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