Manchester United footballer Marcus Rashford reportedly granted approval for potential transfer to Barcelona.
Marcus Rashford's Potential Move to Barcelona Gains Momentum
Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United seems to be uncertain, as the forward is actively seeking to leave the club this summer. According to reports by CaughtOffside, Rashford's dream of joining Barcelona appears to be on the horizon.
Rashford, who grew up supporting Manchester United, spent a short loan spell at Aston Villa last season, where he impressed with four goals and six assists in 17 games. His impressive performance at Villa has attracted interest from European teams, and Barcelona has shown significant interest in the English international.
Barcelona has reportedly spoken to Rashford, and the talks have been positive. The Spanish giants are exploring a loan-to-buy deal for the 24-year-old, with Manchester United willing to let him go for a bid around €40 million. This bid is lower than Transfermarkt's current valuation of Rashford, which stands at €50 million.
Rashford is prepared to significantly cut his wage to join Barcelona, a move that could facilitate a deal between the two clubs. The transfer was finalized by Barcelona itself, and Rashford transferred from Manchester United to Barcelona in the summer of 2025, before the start of the 2025-2026 season.
Bayern Munich is another club showing interest in Rashford, after missing out on Nico Williams. However, it seems that Rashford's heart is set on a move to Barcelona.
Rashford's future at Manchester United does not seem to align with new manager Ruben Amorim's plans for the new season. To facilitate a move, Rashford has been granted extra time off by the club. The forward needs a deal to be done quickly to avoid being in a sticky situation.
Matheus Cunha has reportedly been promised Rashford's number 10 shirt at Old Trafford, but it seems that Rashford's tenure at the club is coming to an end, one way or another. Rashford scored a goal just 2 minutes into his first game away from Manchester United at Ipswich, a sign that he could continue to impress at his new club.
As the summer transfer window approaches its close, it remains to be seen whether Rashford will join Barcelona or if another club will make a late bid for the English forward. One thing is for sure, Rashford's potential departure from Manchester United is one of the most exciting transfer stories of the summer.
