Marcus Rashford’s future is back in doubt after Barcelona reportedly let a key transfer deadline slip on March 31. According to the Spanish outlet Cadena SER, the club failed to trigger a €30 million (£26m) purchase option in time. This means they no longer have the automatic right to sign the England forward for that set price.
Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford’s future is up in the air
It’s a tough spot for the 28-year-old, even though he’s found his form again in Spain playing for Hansi Flick. While sporting director Deco had previously confirmed the buyout clause existed, letting it expire suggests that Barcelona’s ongoing money troubles are still running the show at Camp Nou.
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Manchester United seem to be holding their ground, favouring a permanent move over another loan deal. Now that the deadline is gone, United have the upper hand to ask for more money, especially given how well Rashford has played in La Liga.
While he became a constant in the starting lineup, his high salary and the league’s strict financial rules were just too much for Barcelona to sort out quickly. As a result, Manchester United seem open to offers from Premier League rivals, betting that English clubs will pay significantly more than the original €30 million deal.
