Rio Ferdinand believes a host of Manchester United exiles are flourishing elsewhere now ‘the shackles’ are off. The likes of Anthony Elanga, Scott McTominay and even mega-flop Antony are enjoying new leases of life following their departures from Old Trafford.

Marcus Rashford impressed during a brief cameo on his Aston Villa debut off the bench against Spurs in the FA Cup; Jadon Sancho commented freedom on his former team-mates Instagram after the game; Tyr

Marcus Rashford shared his thoughts after making his Aston Villa debut, while Sancho took a subtle dig at Manchester United following Rushford's post after the game.

Jadon Sancho's social media message to Marcus Rashford after his debut for Aston Villa highlights the "toxicity" at Manchester United.

Marcus Rashford made his Aston Villa debut in their FA Cup win over Tottenham, after leaving Man Utd in the January transfer window, and received a message from Jadon Sancho

Jadon Sancho’s rebel yell in support of Marcus Rashford is arguably the dumbest social media post in the history of sport, and perhaps the most insensitive. It betrays a nauseating sense of entitlement and points to the degree to which some elite footballers have become separated from reality.

Sancho's social media post has angered Manchester United fans, adding more doubt to his future at the club. Meanwhile, Rashford hopes for a fresh start at Aston Villa.