Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford’s future continues to dominate headlines with plenty of Europe’s elites chasing his signature.
The Mancunian, after being dropped from the Manchester derby matchday squad, dropped a bombshell when he claimed he was ready to try a new adventure away from Old Trafford.
The interview did not please his head coach nor the dressing room with the 27-year-old missing the subsequent seven games. INEOS have backed the head coach‘s stance and are now open to his departure.
However, his price tag and massive wages have meant not too many permanent offers have come United’s way with the Englishman already rejecting the riches of the Saudi Pro League.
Rashford’s future up in the air
Currently, AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona are among a trio of clubs eyeing an initial loan deal with the 27-year-old preferring a move to Spain.
And as per Spanish publication SPORT, Barca manager Hansi Flick is a huge admirer of the England international and had even tried to sign him when he was at Bayern Munich.
The German Treble-winning coach values his versatility, believing he can add value both on the left and up front as an alternative for Robert Lewandowski with the games set to come thick and fast.
However, not everyone at the club is convinced as the United No 10 is prone to bouts of inconsistency while off-field problems have also often plagued his career.
Flick is an admirer of Rashford
“The Catalan club is closely following his (Rashford’s) situation and Hansi Flick has already endorsed the signing of the striker.
“Marcus Rashford is liked by the German coach. In fact, he already tried to get his services when he was coaching Bayern Munich. Flick values his versatility very positively, since he can play both on the left wing and as a centre forward.
“In this way, he would gain a guaranteed replacement to rotate Lewandowski for the second half of the season, in which the Culers will have a tight schedule full of high-demand matches.
“The club’s sporting department is not unanimous regarding the Manchester United player, as there is some debate as to whether he is the type of striker the team needs.
Not everyone is convinced, 15th Jan deadline set
“In addition, Rashford’s inconsistency throughout his career and some problems in his personal life also make the Catalan club doubt, as they are looking for a player who can perform immediately.”
It must be remembered that the Spanish giants cannot afford Rashford’s £300,000 per week wages (via capology) and the player is likely to reduce his wage demands while United also have to contribute a major portion.
Barca want to acquire the England international on an initial loan deal and it remains to be seen whether there is an option to buy in the summer.
The report further outlined that Rashford has asked Barca to respond within 15th January regarding proceeding with the deal or else, he might look at AC Milan and other suitors.
“In any case, Barça are only considering signing the English player on loan until the end of the season. The player is prioritising Barcelona, but has set the 15th of January as the deadline for the Catalan club to give a definitive answer regarding his signing.”
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Ayantan Chowdhury
Ayantan has worked for 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites but his heart was always set on writing about his favourite club. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25
