Published 18:15 IST, April 3rd 2020
Man United winger Daniel James believes he can beat Marcus Rashford in a race
Premier League: Man United's Daniel James, known for his blistering pace, believes he can beat teammate Marcus Rashford if the two race against each other.
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The current Man United squad have a lot of quick players on their books and manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has used the pace to devastating effect in recent times as the club looks to qualify for the Champions League. Summer signing Daniel James has made a name for himself with his impressive pace much like Marcus Rashfrod did when he first burst onto the scene in 2016. Both Daniel James and Marcus Rashford are renowned for their dealy pace and the duo have combined four times this season to register a goal on the scoresheet.
Daniel James believes he would pip Man United teammate Marcus Rashford in a race
There's been a lot of debate on who among Daniel James and Marcus Rashford is the fastest Man United player. Speaking to Sky Sports, the former Swansea City winger said that he would probably 'edge it' but suggested that he and Rashford should race and settle it once and for all. However, Marcus Rashford believes Daniel James is the faster among the two and speaking to the United Review, the England international said that 'there is no way' he will race against the Welsh winger. Daniel James' blistering pace has impressed Man United fans in what is the Wales winger's debut season.
🅰️ No #MUFC player has provided more #PL assists than @Daniel_James_97 this season 💪 pic.twitter.com/Gzpt39sNML
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 24, 2020
Mason Greenwood is Man United's fastest player; beats Daniel James, Marcus Rashford
According to the club's official website, Man United academy graduate Mason Greenwood is the fastest player in the current squad. Greenwood clocked a top speed of 37.60 km/h during their draw against Everton and is closely followed by Brazilian midfielder Fred, who clocked 37.29 km/h in the reverse fixture. However, Daniel James has recorded the highest speed in 12 of Man United's 29 games this season. Marcus Rashford is second on the list with nine instances before suffering a serious back injury.
18:15 IST, April 3rd 2020