The future of Marcus Rashford at Manchester United is reportedly shifting direction, with a permanent switch to Barcelona now looking increasingly likely. Negotiations between the two clubs have been ongoing for months, but with Rashford’s £26million release clause now no longer active, a simple transfer agreement has effectively been removed from the table.
Rashford, who spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Camp Nou, had been keen to extend his stay in Spain. However, Barcelona’s recent £70m signing of Anthony Gordon has reduced their need for another major attacking arrival.
Although another loan deal has not been ruled out, the expiry of the clause means United can no longer rely on Barcelona to take Rashford – and his £325,000-per-week wages – off their hands.
Because of this, United are expected to take a more proactive approach in the market. Interest in Rashford remains strong, with Bayern Munich and several Premier League clubs reportedly tracking the situation closely following his productive loan spell, which produced 14 goals and 14 assists in Catalonia.
Marcus Rashford during an England game(Image: Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
2026-06-15 14:28:25
