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Manchester United have enough goalscorers alongside star man Marcus Rashford, according to manager Erik ten Hag.
Rashford has scored 27 of United’s 88 goals this season in all competitions, with Bruno Fernandes their next-highest scorer with just 10.
Anthony Martial’s time on the pitch has been limited by injuries, while January acquisition Wout Weghorst has failed to prove prolific, having scored just twice since arriving at Old Trafford.
Yet, the Red Devils ended their six-year trophy drought by beating Newcastle United in the EFL Cup final in February and look on course to finish in the Premier League’s top four and achieve Champions League qualification for next season.
Despite Rashford’s superior contribution in the goals department in relation to his team-mates, Ten Hag feels his side carry enough of a threat to support the 25-year-old, though he did not rule out bringing in more attacking talent ahead of next season.
“I think we have players like Bruno, like Jadon Sancho, like Anthony Martial, like Scott McTominay, like Antony,” Ten Hag said. “We have enough players with the capabilities to score goals, definitely.
“I work in the back [behind the scenes] on next season. But we’re working now on this season, so first of all make sure everyone is available and keep improving the way of play and that’s the best chance of scoring more goals.”
McTominay enjoyed a brilliant international break with Scotland, scoring four goals as his national team beat Cyprus 3-0 before stunning giants Spain 2-0 at Hampden Park on Tuesday.
Considering his great form in front of goal and the fact he played as a striker for United’s youth teams, McTominay could be a potential option to start up front for the Red Devils with Weghorst failing to fire since joining on loan from Burnley.
But Ten Hag feels the 26-year-old is better playing as a midfielder, while he defended Weghorst’s overall impact on United.
“Scott can play in many roles,” Ten Hag said.
“It’s clear he has scoring capabilities for Scotland but also this season for us. He’s a really good finisher, but I see him as a midfielder.
“I think I’m happy with what Wout is doing because when Wout is in the team, the team is performing better.”
As his team prepare to face top-four rivals Newcastle United at St James’ Park on Sunday, Ten Hag looks set to be boosted by the return of Martial after his recent injury problems.
“He’s training for two weeks now,” Ten Hag said. “I think he can be in the squad.”
