Manchester United loanee focused on the present as financial and fitness questions linger
Marcus Rashford is keeping his cards close to his chest when it comes to a potential permanent move to Barcelona. The Manchester United forward, who lost his place under manager Ruben Amorim, has been shipped out on loan to the Catalan giants for the upcoming season.
Barcelona have the option to make the deal permanent for £30 million—a steep drop from Rashford’s market value just a few years ago before his struggles at Old Trafford. However, doubts remain over whether the financially strained La Liga champions can afford the move or even register him in time for the new campaign.
Spanish football’s strict financial fair play rules have already caused headaches for Barcelona, with players like Dani Olmo and Pau Victor facing registration delays last season. Olmo even missed game time while the club scrambled to resolve salary cap issues. But Rashford appears unfazed, having already featured in pre-season friendlies for his new side.
“I’m not worried,” the 27-year-old told Catalan newspaper Sport when asked about potential registration hurdles. “It’s something the club needs to resolve, and I trust they will. I’m focused on training and being ready for the start of the competition.”
Rashford also brushed off questions about a long-term exit from United, insisting he simply wants to “enjoy the moment.” His Barcelona debut, however, didn’t go entirely to plan—coming on as a substitute in a 3-1 friendly win over Vissel Kobe, only to be subbed off again after half an hour.
While some saw the moment as awkward, new manager Hansi Flick clarified it was purely a precaution. “We’re being very careful with Marcus because he just came from an injury,” Flick explained. “He’s a week behind the others in training, so we want to look after him.”
Rashford arrives in Spain with a point to prove after a mixed season. A loan spell at Aston Villa saw him regain form under Unai Emery, helping the club to a strong Champions League run. Now, he’s eager to bring that versatility to Barcelona.
“I can play in different positions and score goals from any of them,” he said. “It’s about creating chances from different areas and taking advantage of them.”
That adaptability could be key in convincing Barcelona to make his stay permanent. But with financial hurdles and fitness concerns still in play, Rashford knows he’ll have to deliver consistently to earn a long-term future at Camp Nou.
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