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Former Manchester United forward Federico Macheda has
warned the club’s latest striking sensation Marcus Rashford to not “grow a big
head.”
Macheda was thrust into the limelight
as a 17-year-old in April 2009 when he came off the bench late on for his first
two appearances as a United player, and scored in both games against AstonVilla and Sunderland.
Rashford’s arrival has also been
spectacular as the 18-year-old was named in the starting line-up for both of
his opening two United appearances — and he scored two apiece in each game,
against FC Midtjylland and Arsenal.
Despite Macheda’s early promise, he
is currently playing in the Championship for Cardiff City and told The Sun:
“Marcus needs to continue working hard, don’t grow a big head, don’t read or listen
to all the hype and be lucky with injuries.
“The kid has got a great chance to
play more than I had, so he must stay as calm and hungry as he is now. United
will look after him — so everything is stacked in his favour.”
The Italian striker received plenty of attention after his
exploits, despite then-manager Sir Alex Ferguson’s best efforts to shield him.
Current United manager Van Gaal is also trying to keep Rashford grounded and is
warning the media to give him some space.
Macheda, now 24, remembers his own
experience and thinks Rashford will be enjoying what is happening around him
now.
He added: “Sir Alex met my parents
because he wanted me protected and to take things in the right direction. He
wanted to make sure I’d continue working hard and not let any hype have a bad
influence on me.
“After I scored those goals, when I
went out I had people stopping me and giving me attention. I didn’t expect it.
It was actually fun because it’s nice when people like what you’ve done and
show their appreciation. I’m sure Marcus will be enjoying the positive
attention he’s getting.”
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