Marcus Rashford, who has been on loan this spring at Aston Villa, is of interest to Barcelona.
Marcus Rashford is shaping up to be one of the most prominent names in the upcoming transfer window. The English striker, who is owned by Manchester United but for whom Aston Villa have a buyout deal, is more than ready to leave Old Trafford.
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Among the clubs showing interest in signing him is Barcelona, where manager Hansi Flick values his profile highly due to his ability to destabilize the defense and his offensive versatility.
The 27-year-old Rashford wants to get back in the spotlight after a season of ups and downs. He has been given significant game time at Villa Park, but United’s decision to put him up for sale reflects a desire to start an upheaval in the squad.
With a valid contract but no place in his future plans, it seems that the striker, who came up through the Manchester club’s academy, is ready for a new chapter outside the Premier League.
The transfer fee set for him is around £40 million. It’s a high cost, yet affordable for top clubs like the Catalan club, who see Rashford as an immediate solution to bolster their attack. His speed, ability to play on both wings and experience from big games fit with what the blue spruce team is looking for in this new era under the German coach.
In the meantime, the player’s closest circle carefully considers the various possibilities. Rashford is open to trying his luck outside England and willing to reduce his salary by a move to Barcelona. His name is already circulating in the offices of several big clubs, and Barcelona’s interest has aroused enthusiasm in certain circles. All indications are that his destination will be decided before the ball starts rolling in the next pre-season.
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