Manchester United responds as "The Blaugrana" Barcelona is reported to have made a decision regarding Marcus Rashford.
Spanish sports media outlet Sport reported that Barcelona, the La Liga giant, has no plans to sign Marcus Rashford permanently this summer and intends to negotiate with Manchester United, known as "The Red Devils," to loan him for another season.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick told the club's sporting director, Deco, that he wants Rashford to stay with the team for at least one more season, while Barcelona has no intention of paying the buyout clause in the loan agreement with Manchester United.
If this is their position, it will make a permanent signing of Rashford very difficult, as Manchester United does not want to negotiate a loan deal with Barcelona and insists on an outright sale only.
Nevertheless, Barcelona will make every effort to secure a loan for 28-year-old Rashford. Frankie de Jong, a key midfielder for Barcelona, is another person who wants to see Rashford remain with the team.
"I think Rashford deserves to stay because, in the short time he has played, he has contributed a lot with goals, assists, and his all-around abilities. He is a fast player who poses a significant threat to opposing defenses. For me, I would be very happy if he continues to stay with us," said de Jong.
"I have seen him arrive with great enthusiasm. He is very happy to be here, and from the start, you can tell he wants to stay. He has tried to adapt as best as possible, and I see that he is doing well," de Jong added.
At this point, whether Rashford stays at Barcelona depends on Manchester United, as Barcelona has been very clear that a loan is the only option they want.