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Marcus Rashford is flying at Barcelona and with the transfer window open, Manchester United fans will be wondering whether the club can recall him
Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona
Marcus Rashford has been performing incredibly well at Barcelona(Image: Photo by Manuel Queimadelos/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)
All you need to know about Marcus Rashford's transfer situation
No recall clause: Despite the transfer window opening, Manchester United do not have the contractual right to recall Rashford. Reports indicate the season-long loan agreement lacks a "break clause" or recall option for the parent club.
Fixed buy option: The deal includes a £26million (€30m) option for Barcelona to sign Rashford permanently at the end of the 2025/26 season.
No failure to buy penalty: Contrary to earlier claims, Barcelona will not be forced to pay a £4.3m (€5m) penalty fee if they decide against signing him permanently in the summer.
Tactical irreconcilability: Ruben Amorim has made it clear that Rashford does not fit his system, stating he could not get the forward to "train the way I see it" or play the way he is "supposed to."
Managerial support at Barca: While frozen out by Amorim, Rashford has the full backing of Hansi Flick. The Barcelona boss has described Rashford’s speed and finishing as "unbelievable" and "fantastic."
A career renaissance: While his time in Catalonia began slowly, failing to score in his first four games, Rashford has since played exceptionally well. Heading into 2026, he has become a vital part of Flick's attack, tallying seven goals and 11 assists across all competitions.