Romano: ‘United want the money’ — INEOS adamant about cashing in on £35m-valued star despite revitalised form

Manchester United will cash in on Marcus Rashford this summer, irrespective of his revitalised form this season.The forward is seeing out the final weeks of his loan spell with Barcelona, after which they will either have to pay up or send him back to Carrington.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYMarcus Rashford: The state of playIt’s thought United would be open to welcoming Rashford back to the squad for pre-season, but only to find him another suitor who’d be willing to pay up for him.Although he is valued in the region of £35 million by Transfermarkt, Barcelona have the option of signing him for just £26 million, which is a steal in today’s market.The 28-year-old has played an invaluable role in Barcelona claiming the Spanish Super Cup and, last weekend, the La Liga title. Appearances Goals Assists 48 14 14 Rashford’s record in all competitions this termHe influenced the latter directly by scoring a scintillating free-kick in the Blaugrana’s El Clásico triumph at Camp Nou, which set in stone that they’d be finishing atop the table. Rashford’s goal gets better every time.#laligahighlights pic.twitter.com/eCqwdpnnZm — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 12, 2026Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustWhy Barcelona are dragging their heels in Rashford talksYet, what’s thought to be deterring Barca from buying Rashford is that he isn’t a nailed-on starter under Hansi Flick.He has started just 17 times in the league and, prior to their quarter-final exit, was deployed from the off in five of the side’s 12 Champions League matches.That’s why the Catalan giants are hoping to try and haggle a lower fee with United, who are sticking to their guns in negotiations.“He would like to continue at Barca, he’s very happy, as a club, as a city, the teammates, the coach, the connection is very good,” said Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel.“Now, depends on Barca and United. The two clubs are discussing, but still no agreement.“Man United insist: 30 million euros – the full clause. Barcelona want to renegotiate; one more season on loan, maybe include an option or obligation, different terms. So Barcelona want to be creative, Man United want the money.”