Marcus Rashford has a contract with Manchester United until the summer of 2028. Facts. Barcelona had a purchase option of around 30 million euros they could press. Facts. This is pretty much the only thing that is certain in the chaotic Rashford process. A return to Old Trafford with Carrick at the helm, a permanent move to Barcelona, a return to the Premier League to Man Utd’s rivals, or a reunion with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid? Now it is reported that Rashford himself has agreed with the club he wants to play for, but there is still a big but.
Barcelona had an option button on Rashford in the lease. If this one was pressed, it could all have been decided. Reports from Spain have been that the La Liga giants are trying to negotiate a cheaper transfer fee, where United are standing their ground. This has created uncertainty and got other clubs linked to the 28-year-old.
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According to Sport , an important step forward has been taken towards signing. The Spanish newspaper claims Barcelona and Rashford have now finished negotiating and have agreed on personal terms. Previously, it was reported that the England international would have to accept a hefty cut from his United salary of an astonishing £350,000 in weekly wages in order to make a permanent transfer even possible.
Then it remains to agree with Manchester United. A good step forward, but anything but a done deal.
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