Barcelona director publicly opens door to Marcus Rashford signing after he agreed personal terms



Barcelona are among a host of European clubs sizing up a move for the outcast Marcus Rashford this month.

With only two weeks of the window remaining, Manchester United must be questioning what to do with the forward if a deal fails to materialise before the deadline.

He has not featured for the club since December 12, instead being omitted for nine successive games by Ruben Amorim, who’s frequently been pressed on his decisions after games.

“No matter what, I am not going to put a player I do not believe is the best for the team,” the boss told reporters after his side were trounced 3-1 by Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday. “Marcus is out of this moment because he is not playing.”

Barcelona director opens door to potential Rashford acquisition

Rashford is poised to leave his boyhood club for the first time in his career. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

On the other hand, it doesn’t take too long for an agreement to get over the line if all parties authorise the prospective transfer. In this case, United, Rashford and Barcelona are all expected to green-light his move – provided the La Liga giants can free up space on the wage bill first. 

Their precarious financial situation remains the only roadblock preventing the 27-year-old from flying to Spain and putting pen to paper on a half-season loan. He’ll be keeping a close eye on Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia’s transfer links, as either player departing would allow Rashford to be registered in the coming days.

Barcelona’s director, Deco, left the door open for Rashford’s arrival when addressing the club’s recent business, saying: “We’re fully focused on new contracts now. Then, if we can bring in other reinforcements, that would always be welcome. The coach is happy with the squad we have, so any future decisions will be later.”