Barcelona want Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford or Liverpool star Luis Diaz in the summer transfer window.
However, according to [SPORT](https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/hoja-ruta-barcelona-rashford-118023437), they also have Bayern Munich ace Kingsley Coman and Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli on their radar as alternatives if those deals fall through.
Barcelona are still in a financially tight situation. The Catalans do not have the funds to sign Rashford for £40 million. They would rather do a loan deal with an option to buy.
The same goes for Diaz. Liverpool would demand north of £60 million for his services, leaving Barca to consider approaching Coman or Martinelli.
Coman is in the final two years of his contract and would notably cost less than Rashford and Diaz. The Frenchman is an electric winger, although his injury record will worry any potential suitors.
Also, his numbers are underwhelming. Coman registered a measly seven goals and four assists in 41 appearances this season. He does not move the needle for the La Liga champions.
Martinelli, who exploded last season but disappointed this term as Arsenal once again failed to clinch the Premier League title, is in the same boat.
The Brazilian is an excellent player on his days but struggles for consistency, and his numbers are not exactly eye-popping.
In truth, [all signs point back to Rashford for Barca](https://footballtoday.com/2025/05/28/rashford-to-barcelona-could-be-a-perfect-move/). Among the names linked, he fits the bill.
At his best, Rashford is an elite forward who can produce the goods. He is rapid, intelligent, and ruthless in front of goal.
The 27-year-old England international would instantly push Raphinha for a starting berth and provide a credible alternative at striker, where Barcelona still lack a definitive heir to Lewandowski.
Under a new environment and with a coach like Hansi Flick, Rashford could find his groove. Stylistically, he fits the Barca model.
The Man Utd star is direct and explosive in transition. He is technically sharp enough to combine in tight spaces.
Barcelona’s financial limitations are real. But this is the kind of opportunity the club must bend over backwards to seize.
A loan with an obligation to buy may be the only way to pull it off. Barca must act.