Manchester United: Barça unveils surprise plan to keep Marcus Rashford

Manchester United: Barça takes a risky gamble for Rashford

Europe 22 April 2026 at 14:11

At FC Barcelona, the Marcus Rashford saga is stirring up the transfer market, with an unexpected strategy being considered to keep the Manchester United striker.

FC Barcelona is exploring an unexpected alternative in the Marcus Rashford case. Instead of triggering the purchase option set at around €30 million, the Catalan club is reportedly considering extending the English striker's loan for one more season.

This strategy could appeal to Manchester United, who are eager to lighten their wage bill. Rashford's high salary is indeed a key factor in the talks between the two clubs.

On the pitch, however, the England international has already convinced in Catalonia. With 12 goals and 13 assists in 43 matches since his arrival in the 2025-2026 season, he's established himself as a pivotal figure in Barça’s attack.

🚨 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗖̧𝗔 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗨𝗦 𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗗! 🔵🔴

The Blaugranas are looking to extend the English striker’s loan for a second consecutive season instead of activating the £26M buyout clause (about €30M)💰

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