Bryan Mbeumo has shared his excitement over the return of teammate Marcus Rashford to the Manchester United squad following a significant period away from the team. Rashford, who had not played competitively since December 2024, made his comeback during United's opening match of the season against Hull City, where he came off the bench for the last 45 minutes of the game.

Rashford's absence was marked by two loan spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona after a fallout with manager Ruben Amorim. His return to Manchester United was highly anticipated, and he further demonstrated his readiness by playing 80 minutes in a subsequent match against Ipswich Town, contributing to a 5-2 victory.

Speaking after the match against Ipswich, Mbeumo expressed his happiness to have Rashford back on the pitch. "It’s really good to have him back. We know his quality and impact for the club. He looks happy to be with us. Everyone is really part of the good links and he’s part of this," Mbeumo stated in an interview with Sky Sports.

The return of Rashford is seen as a crucial development for Manchester United, as his skills and experience are expected to bolster the team's performance. Mbeumo emphasized the importance of Rashford's presence in the squad, noting that the forward is reintegrating well into the team's dynamics. With his recent performances, Rashford is taking significant strides towards regaining his previous form, much to the relief and joy of his teammates and fans alike.