Barcelona are ready to keep Marcus Rashford beyond this season and have informed the player about their happiness with his performances.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona have informed Marcus Rashford of their desire to continue beyond this season. The Manchester United misfit is on loan at the Catalan side until the summer, but the Spanish giants are willing to continue the association, although there’s no clarity whether they will be in a position to pay the €30 million buy option.
Barcelona took the gamble on Marcus Rashford back in the summer despite the challenges in a deal, which has so far paid off. The Manchester United star is on loan until the end of the season, and has already made a big mark on proceedings since he arrived in Spain.
With seven goals and eleven assists across all competitions, the Manchester United misfit is a key star for Hansi Flick, and now Barcelona have a big decision on his future ahead of the summer. The Catalans have a €30 million buy option as part of the loan agreement with the Red Devils.
There have been rumblings that financial constraints on the Catalans could make a deal for Rashford difficult in the summer. The money problems for the Catalans have been an ongoing issue over the last few years, and it continues to affect how they operate in the window.
Rashford has his heart set on a permanent move to Barcelona, as there are reports he could be even willing to take a considerable pay cut to make the switch. From a Sporting side, the Catalans are happy with the player’s performances and conduct, which has pushed them towards a key decision on his future.
Barcelona to keep Marcus Rashford?
It appears, Barcelona have informed Rashford and his camp of their desire to continue the association beyond the summer. While there might be an intent to sign him permanently, the Catalans are eager to renegotiate the fee with Manchester United, as some reports from earlier suggested they are keen to pay less than the buy option in the 28-year-old Manchester United misfit’s deal.
Whether Manchester United will agree to such a deal remains to be seen, as they have every right to keep Rashford next summer, as the clause is not mandatory. Given his form, there may be other clubs willing to pay beyond the current price point for the 28-year-old Manchester United misfit, although Rashford’s desire to stay at Barcelona could give the Spanish giants an advantage in the pursuit.
