Copyright Yardbarker
FC Barcelona are ready to sign Marcus Rashford permanently from Manchester United Manchester United are monitoring a situation abroad that could impact their squad planning in the long run. Marcus Rashford moved to Barcelona on loan earlier in the season, looking for a fresh environment and regular playing time. He joined a dressing room that encouraged him to play with confidence, and he responded with sharp movement off the ball, renewed confidence, and a level of freedom that he had lost back in Manchester. Now, reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes state that the Catalan side has the option to make the move permanent for around €35 million, and they are seriously considering triggering that clause. Rashford has performed sensationally well in Spain with flexible movement across the frontline, the ability to stretch the backline, and he has also linked up well with the midfielders. All these traits have made him important to the current set-up under Hansi Flick. The 27-year-old looks settled and confident with the Barcelona jersey, and that augurs well for his future. The Red Devils also do not see him as part of their plans under Ruben Amorim. United have signed new forwards, and hence the English winger is no longer in the Portuguese manager’s plans. Hence, the Catalan club sees this as a good opportunity to secure a player who has already adapted to their style. The English winger also wants to stay in Spain, keep improving, and win big trophies with Barcelona. Earlier, Rashford even admitted that he struggled to stay consistent in United’s unstable surroundings. The 27-year-old attacker said consistency needs stability, and he never felt that at Manchester United. How did Flick’s system reignite Rashford? Tactical changes under manager Hansi Flick have revitalised Marcus Rashford at Barcelona, contrasting with his decline at Manchester United. The German manager’s system offers Rashford greater freedom to roam from the left wing into central areas, allowing him to operate more like a second striker. This positioning puts him closer to the goal and enables him to leverage his powerful ball-striking ability more frequently. In comparison, Rashford’s role at United became more rigid, which limited his attacking influence. At Barcelona, Flick emphasises high-intensity pressing and requires Rashford to increase his off-the-ball effort, something his new manager actively coaches. This tactical clarity and trust from his coach have restored the confidence that visibly faded in his final seasons at Manchester. United will benefit from this The Red Devils will certainly benefit from securing a €35 million fee for Marcus Rashford at the end of his loan because this move provides much-needed financial flexibility, resolves a challenging player-manager relationship, and allows for tactical evolution. The sale will also inject significant cash to help address the club’s financial constraints and offset recent losses, especially given Rashford’s high wages of over £300,000 per week at Old Trafford.
