Barcelona move closer to Rashford decision

Barcelona are on the brink of converting Marcus Rashford’s season-long loan into a permanent transfer after the forward’s impressive campaign at the Camp Nou, sources have confirmed.

The 26-year-old arrived from Manchester United last summer with an option to buy set at €30 million, and club officials have now resolved to trigger that clause. Under head coach Hansi Flick, Rashford has registered 10 goals and 11 assists across all competitions, establishing himself as one of the team’s most consistent attacking threats.

Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo reports that the €30 million fee has already been structured in three equal installments of €10 million per year, removing any need for fresh negotiations with the player or his representatives. All personal terms were locked in last July when the initial loan paperwork was signed.

Before ratifying the move, Barcelona’s sporting directorate must verify that the salary and proposed three-year deal—extendable to four—comply with La Liga’s Financial Fair Play framework. If the numbers are deemed viable, the Catalan giants are expected to authorize the transfer immediately.

Rashford, who turns 27 later this year, is said to be content in Barcelona and optimistic that the club’s environment can help him rediscover the peak form he displayed at Old Trafford. With no further talks required, the final green light now rests solely on internal financial checks.

Barcelona hope to confirm the permanent acquisition within days, ensuring Flick can count on the England international for next season’s assault on domestic and European honors.