Barcelona is actively preparing for this summer’s pivotal transfer window. Their focus will be on acquiring a new central defender and striker, while also needing to make a decision regarding Marcus Rashford, whose loan ends at the conclusion of the current season.
Initially signed after Barcelona’s unsuccessful attempt to land Nico Williams, Rashford has proven to be a smart acquisition. Following his goal in the recent 3-1 victory against Elche, Rashford’s season tally stands at an impressive 10 goals and 10 assists across all competitions.
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Barcelona’s management is understandably impressed by his performance, a sentiment echoed by his parent club, Manchester United. The coaching landscape at United has shifted since Rashford’s departure in August, with Ruben Amorim replaced by Michael Carrick.
Under Amorim, Rashford was not considered an essential player, but Carrick’s perspective is different. According to MD, Carrick is keen on reintegrating the England international into his plans for the club moving forward.
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Barcelona has a clear strategy for Rashford
Contrarily, a separate report from MD indicates that Barcelona is determined to prevent Rashford from returning to Manchester United. They plan to secure his services on a permanent basis by activating the €30 million buy option included in the loan agreement.
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It’s also important to note that Rashford is eager to remain at Barcelona, where he is thriving. From Barcelona’s viewpoint, retaining him is logical, as he has not only contributed significantly on the pitch but has also displayed an outstanding attitude towards being a squad player.