Unai Emery has fired up the Villa faithful with his latest update. He believes Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio will soon earn a starting spot at Aston Villa.
Aston Villa face Liverpool in a crucial Premier League match this Wednesday evening. The manager insists the on-loan duo has already impressed during their substitute outings.
Both Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio have delivered sparkling cameos in just two appearances. They have shown immense promise and a clear grasp of Emery’s tactical ideas.
Marco Asensio lit up the FA Cup win over Tottenham. Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford nearly sparked a winning move for Morgan Rogers in a 1-1 draw with Ipswich, hitting the bar in the process.
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Emery explained, “They are in their process to get fit and understand our tactical ideas.” He stressed that focused training sessions have accelerated their adaptation to his system.
The coaching staff has worked closely with the pair through daily meetings and targeted drills. Axel Disasi featured in the last match as part of these efforts, reinforcing the team’s commitment to tactical unity.
Emery compared their potential to that of Mohamed Salah. The Liverpool star, with 23 goals and 14 assists in the Premier League, sets a high standard that inspires his teammates.
Confident in their unique qualities, Emery now challenges Marcus and Marco to unlock their full potential. He expects them to soon lead the side from the outset in the battle against Liverpool.