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Man Utd news: Marcus Rashford hits back at Cristiano Ronaldo claims as transfer ploy pays off

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford has hit out at claims that Cristiano Ronaldo has 'irritated' his teammates.

United have struggled for consistency this season but are just about maintaining pace in the fight for Champions League qualification next season.

But their difficulties on the field have led to reports of discontent in the United dressing room, said to be in part down to Cristiano Ronaldo's desire to be a leading figure behind the scenes for the club.

It comes as Ralf Rangnick's transfer ploy appears to be paying off, and Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards left in hysterics at claims United could win the Champions League this season.

Here are Mirror Football's latest Manchester United headlines.

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Marcus Rashford has responded to claims the Manchester United squad are 'irritated' by Cristiano Ronaldo (PA)

Schmeichel's wild claim

Peter Schmeichel has backed Ralf Rangnick to lead Manchester United to Champions League glory this season – leaving Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards in hysterics at the claim.

United's struggles this season have been widely reported, but club legend Schmeichel is still backing his former side to end the season with Europe's top price in the trophy cabinet.

The former goalkeeper made the wild claim on American broadcaster CBS’ Champions League coverage on Tuesday night – and the reaction of the pundits in the studio was priceless.

Read the full story here.

Transfer ploy pays off

Ralf Rangnick's risky transfer ploy appears to be paying dividends for Manchester United.

With just months left before the end of the season, Rangnick has told his numerous wantaway stars that they can use their remaining games with the club to put themselves in the shop window.

One player in particular who has been linked with leaving at the end of the season appears to have taken the challenge on board – and the controversial ploy so far appears to be bringing out some of his best form for the club.

Read the full story here.

Rashford hits out

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has lashed out at claims Cristiano Ronaldo is at risk of 'splitting' the club's dressing room.

Rumours of difficulties in the dressing room have dogged United all season, with the latest reports suggesting Ronaldo "wants to lead the dressing room with his own clique".

This, apparently, has led to the likes of United captain Harry Maguire along with Marcus Rashford and other English players to become "irritated" with their Portuguese teammate Ronaldo.

But the United forward has dramatically hit back at the claims on social media.

Read the full story here.

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