Barcelona are prioritising the signing of Marcus Rashford from Manchester United
Barcelona need to shake up their squad this summer. The Culés leaders want to reinforce the left-wing position, as Raphinha has been the only option at that position, and he is not a natural left-winger. The arrival of Hansi Flick changed the roadmap. With a more vertical and demanding style, Flick knows he needs players with speed, spark and hunger. That’s why the board is exploring names that fit that idea and can take on responsibility. Manchester United enters the scene as a club that are also looking for drastic solutions. The new phase with Ruben Amorim at the helm promises an internal revolution, and there appears a name that is already generating debate, and that is Marcus Rashford.
Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg revealed that Flick has given the green light to go all-in for Rashford. According to Plettenberg, the English winger has become Barça’s priority target after closing the door on Luis Diaz. The deal for the Colombian was complicated by financial issues and Liverpool’s stance. Faced with this blockage, the sporting directors have turned their attention to Old Trafford. The 27-year-old had a difficult season, with constant ups and downs and no clear fit with Amorim. Plettenberg claims the player is willing to listen to offers, knowing that his time with the Red Devils could come to an end this summer. Meanwhile, we also reported earlier that the Englishman returned to training despite being told not to.
Why is it an amicable solution for both the player and the Red Devils?
Unsurprisingly, this rumour is met with mixed views. For United, parting with Rashford would mean freeing up a significant chunk of cash and a revenue stream that could be reinvested in profiles that do fit Amorim’s vision. The Portuguese coach demands tactical discipline and consistency, something Rashford has failed to sustain in recent months. The club need to break away from their more drab side, and a transfer would give oxygen to restructure the attack.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reportedly given the green light for the club to pursue a transfer deal for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford.
For the 27-year-old. Barcelona could be the change of scenery that revitalises his career. It is not easy to succeed at Camp Nou, but under Flick, the plan is clear: high pressing, quick transitions and renewed confidence for those who give their all. The English winger still has the talent, but he needs to regain confidence and feel key. In the Premier League, he was left without spark, without constant backing and carrying criticism.
In LaLiga, he could find less media pressure, a new context and a coach who knows how to squeeze the best out of quick and direct players. If Barça manage to close this deal without mortgaging their future, it will be an interesting gamble for both sides. Sometimes, a change of scenery is the only way to ignite the spark that was extinguished long ago. We reported recently that the winger desperately wants to move to Barcelona.