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Marcus Rashford asked whether he's faster than Manchester United teammate Daniel James

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has played down suggestions he would beat United teammate Daniel James in a race.

The Wales international is widely regarded as one of the fastest players in the squad, leaving United fans amazed by his speed in various games this season.

Rashford is also known for his pace and questions have been raised as to which player is faster.

During an appearance with Sky Sports, James stated his belief that he would emerge victorious in a race with the England international.

He said: "Sometimes I don't think I'm as quick as people say.

"When you look at me and [Marcus] he always says I'm quicker. I know a few of the boys said we need to have a race and maybe one day we will."

Asked if he would win, James laughed: "Yeah, I'd probably just edge it."

It appears that Rashford has no interest in challenging the 22-year-old for the crown of fastest player at Manchester United.

He told United Review that a race is off the cards.

Rashford laughed: "I don’t know about that!

"I won’t be racing him, that’s for sure!"

The pair have struck up an excellent relationship on the pitch - James has assisted Rashford four times in the league - the second highest assist to scorer tally this season.

Rashford praised the impact James has made since arriving from Swansea.

He added: "Dan has been brilliant since he came in.

"He works hard in every single game and, when it comes down to it, that is all you can ask of each player – to give it all they’ve got.

"He definitely does that and, if we can adapt more to his playing style, he can cause some teams nightmares down the right-hand side, as we’ve seen in some games this season.

"But I like his deliveries as well. He takes his time and doesn’t just cross it. He lifts his head up and tries to pick you out. It’s these little things that, as time goes on, he will definitely improve on and build on."

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