In Manchester, Marcus Rashford is quietly packing bags he’s not certain he’ll ever unpack again.
Officially, he’s back at Old Trafford after a loan spell with Aston Villa ended on June 30.
Unofficially, he doesn’t expect to stay long. The England international is preparing for a different preseason, one that could begin under the sun of Catalonia instead of Carrington’s gray skies.
With Man United exploring ways to reshape their squad and raise funds, Rashford has emerged as a potential departure.
Barcelona view him as a versatile option who could fit into Hansi Flick’s front line, provided a financially viable deal can be struck.
Despite Barcelona’s ongoing financial troubles, a loan deal with an option to buy is on the table. United prefer a permanent exit but may be forced to compromise if no outright bids arrive.
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Marcus Rashford has his stance clear
According to Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna- Rashford is determined to join Barcelona and is willing to reduce his salary demands to make the transfer possible.
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❗️Barcelona and Manchester United are expected to open talks in the coming days regarding Marcus Rashford.
➡️ The English left winger is highly motivated to join the Catalan club and is willing to make significant efforts to make the move happen.… pic.twitter.com/DZUymi6AVT
— Santi Aouna (@Santi_J_FM) July 5, 2025
Discussions between the clubs are expected in the coming days to assess the feasibility of a loan-plus-buy option.
With Nico Williams signing a new contract at Athletic Club and Liverpool rejecting interest in Diaz, Barcelona have shifted full focus to Rashford.
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