Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Aston Villa manager Unai Emery as doubts grow over Ruben Amorim's future at Old Trafford, according to reports from Fichajes (backed by Givemesport). The Red Devils have endured a difficult season under the Portuguese coach.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery was hopeful that the quality and experience of winter arrivals Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford could shine through.

Rúben Amorim's spell at Manchester United is not going as planned, and now the English club is showing interest in Unai Emery.

Marcus Rashford has made a strong start to life at Aston Villa, and one former Manchester United player believes Unai Emery's approach to managing him has been spot on

Unai Emery has lauded ‘fantastic’ Aston Villa loanee Marcus Rashford after his two assists helped secure a 2-1 win over Chelsea on Saturday.

Rashford's switch came after being sidelined by United's head coach Ruben Amorim, but Emery, an ardent admirer of the England striker, was the key figure in securing his services.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has revealed what he plans to do to make Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford reach the height of his powers.Rashford produced a sensational performance for Villa on

Emery is getting more out of Rashford because he is putting the forward in situations where he knows he can create something which allows him to thrive. It also helps that the fire in Rashford’s belly has been ignited - he looks like a player determined to prove a point.

Rashford, who was signed by Villa on loan from United earlier in February, was a half-time substitute in the 2-1 English Premier League home victory over Chelsea on Feb 22, assisting on both goals by fellow newcomer Marco Asensio. Enzo Fernandez had scored the game’s opener in the ninth minute before Villa fought back.