FC Barcelona: Marcus Rashford makes his desire to stay clear

Europe 25 April 2026 at 17:11

Nouya M'toama

News Editor

Marcus Rashford speaks out about his future After another decisive performance, the English forward is no longer hiding his intentions for the next stage of his career.

Marcus Rashford wants to continue his adventure with FC Barcelona. On loan from Manchester United, the England international has established himself as a key player in the Catalan setup and now wants to commit for the long term.

Convinced that Barça's sporting project can help him take the next step, Rashford is already looking ahead to next season with ambition.

An open case

Despite this clear desire, the final decision lies with the Blaugrana management, who have yet to make their call. Behind the scenes, discussions are ongoing between all parties involved.

Manchester United, for their part, are pushing to include a €30 million purchase option, a condition that could weigh heavily in negotiations.

Meanwhile, Rashford continues to shine on the pitch, helping Barça in their title chase in La Liga. His performances could well influence the club’s final decision. Across 45 games in all competitions, the English striker has tallied 13 goals and 10 assists, making for 23 direct goal contributions.