Manchester United can become the best team in the world again if their talisman continues to evolve.

That is according to boss Erik ten Hag, who believes that striker Marcus Rashford holds the key to their fortunes.

Rashford has been in outstanding form this season, scoring 17 goals in all competitions so far this term.

“I hope that all our players can have interest from clubs, because that means you're doing a good job and the team is performing, so that's what we're aiming for," said Ten Hag to reporters this week.

“Then I would say this is the best place to be, because we want to construct the best team - first in England, then Europe then the world.

“This team is constructed so that his [Rashford's] qualities come in front, so I think he knows that he is important for us if we want to get the success we want. We need him. I can't answer [about his contract] because it's confidential, about talks between clubs and players.

“But I think he understands Manchester United is his club first and also in this environment, this team, he's playing his best football.

“He's improving, he's giving 100 per cent energy, he has a good plan and in this team, he can bring his qualities. This team can help him be in the right position to score goals, which he is good at."