Arturo Canales, who represents Marcus Rashford, has reportedly held talks with Barcelona sporting director Deco over a possible permanent move this summer.
According to a report by SPORT, as relayed by Sport Witness, Marcus Rashford is the subject of interest from Barcelona for a permanent move in the summer transfer window. The academy graduate has no future at Manchester United, and he wants to remain at Spotify Camp Nou beyond the 2025/26 season.
So, Arturo Canales, the Englishman’s agent, has held talks with Barcelona sporting director Deco over a permanent move in the summer transfer window. However, the Catalan giants have no interest in triggering the purchase option worth €30 million in their agreement with Manchester United and want a discount to seal a summer deal.
How has Marcus Rashford fared at Barcelona?
Marcus Rashford has continued his resurgence since joining Barcelona from Manchester United on a season-long loan deal in the summer transfer window. The Blaugrana landed the 28-year-old after his exceptional stint with Aston Villa in the second half of the 2024/25 season. That helped the player secure his dream move to Barcelona.
The English international has scored ten goals and provided 13 assists in 34 appearances across all competitions thus far for Barcelona. So, it is hardly surprising that widespread reports have suggested that the Blaugrana will pursue a permanent move for Rashford. The latest update has brought a new development in the story.
Will Rashford remain in La Liga beyond this season?
Barcelona’s interest in completing a permanent move for Marcus Rashford makes sense. The Blaugrana will attempt to keep the bones of the squad that has done well in the 2025/26 season intact in the summer transfer window. Considering Barcelona’s financial issues, they cannot afford big-money signings.
So, while pursuing RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande amid the recent links is an appealing prospect, Barcelona may not have the funds to seal a summer deal for the Ivory Coast international. The latest report has revealed that Arturo Canales, Rashford’s agent, has held talks with Barcelona sporting director Deco over a permanent deal for the Englishman.
However, widespread reports have suggested that the Catalan giants are hesitant to pay €30 million to seal a permanent move for the Manchester United misfit. Meanwhile, the Red Devils are not prepared to offer a discount to Barcelona, making the price a sticking point for a deal for the English international.