Man Utd star dubbed "best player in the world" ahead of Newcastle clash

Marcus Rashford is arguably the best player in the world right now, that's according to former Scotland forward Kris Boyd.

Rashford is enjoying a prolific season at Old Trafford this season, having scored 24 goals in all competitions.

No player has scored more since the World Cup came to an end in Qatar, and Erik ten Hag will be relying on his talisman once in the EFL Cup final against Newcastle.

Meanwhile, the striker's scintillating form has earned him the highest accolade by Boyd.

Rashford dubbed "best player in the world"

"He's arguably the best player in the world at this moment in time," Boyd told Sky Sports. "He's been unstoppable.

"The goals he's scored, the assists. The way he's gone about his business since Ronaldo has left has shown why Ten Hag and the rest of the Manchester United squad were desperate to get rid of Ronaldo because it's not as if they've looked back.

"He's a level above everybody at this moment in time and they will need him to be fit."

There was serious concern surrounding Rashford's availability after he was spotted limping towards the dugout after being substituted during United's 2-1 victory over Barcelona on Thursday.

However, the 25-year-old was deemed fit to start the final, and will be hoping to end the Red Devils' five-year trophy drought at Wembley.

Should they fall short, Ten Hag will have three more chances at silverware, with the Dutchman competing on all four fronts this term.

Boyd added "There's definitely the feel-good factor around Manchester United, which is back. You look at the run they've been on, it's been outstanding.

"I think even to fall behind to Barcelona and come back, the way they did on Thursday night - I thought they were outstanding."