The downturn is huge for Barcelona, who put everything they had into securing Athletic Club’s big star Nico Williams this summer.
Nico Williams chose to extend with his club to everyone’s horror and with that it was back to square one for Barcelona. – And the start, as you probably remember, is Manchester United’s frozen out striker Marcus Rashford. – It remains to be seen if Bayern Munich also look that way now that they also missed out on Nico Williams.
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Nico Williams has extended his contract with Athletic Club until 2035, which has forced Barcelona to act quickly. The Catalan club, who were confident that Williams would come, had to reverse their plans after the player renewed his contract with the Bilbao team. In this new scenario, Barcelona’s sporting management has identified Marcus Rashford as a top option to bolster their attacking line.
Marcus Rashford – Barcelona’s new priority
The English striker is not experiencing his best spell at Manchester United, but his qualities, experience and versatility continue to attract interest from Europe’s top clubs. Barcelona see Rashford as an opportunity to bring in a proven talent who can fit into Hansi Flick’s system. His ability to create imbalance on the wing and goal instinct make him a sought-after option, especially after the setback with Nico Williams.
Barcelona’s management values not only Rashford’s sporting profile, but also the signal it would send to secure his signature. In a market where financial leeway is limited, such an operation would show that the club can still attract big names. In addition, Rashford is at an ideal age to deliver immediate impact without sacrificing the future.
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Negotiations underway
According to reports, discussions with the player’s representatives have already started, although sources from England warn that it will not be easy to get him out of Old Trafford. Still, Barcelona’s desire to regain credibility after the Nico Williams episode could accelerate the process. The club believes that a reinforcement of this magnitude can help change the narrative around a summer that has not started as planned.
Rashford, who has been a key player for United for several seasons, could see a move to the Camp Nou as an opportunity for a new chapter in his career. For Barcelona, he will be able to contribute both on the left wing and as a central striker – giving Flick flexibility in formation choices.
Depending on United’s willingness to negotiate, this transfer could be one of the most exciting sagas of the summer. One thing is for sure: Barcelona are ready to fight for Rashford after their first choice fell through.
