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OFFICIAL: Marcus Rashford Set To Join Barcelona On Loan With Option To Buy
Marcus Rashford is on the verge of completing a sensational move from Manchester United to FC Barcelona. A verbal agreement in principle has been reached between all parties, paving the way for a loan deal with an option to buy. Final details of the agreement are expected to be wrapped up within the next few hours, after which Rashford will be cleared to travel to Spain to complete his move.
Barcelona are already making arrangements for Rashford’s medical examination, which is expected to take place in the coming days. The Spanish giants see Rashford as a strategic addition to their squad and have moved swiftly to secure the 26-year-old forward, especially after missing out on other top targets. The deal, once completed, will give Barça the chance to assess his performance before making a long-term commitment.
Sources close to the player indicate that Rashford is keen on the switch and is even willing to take a wage cut to facilitate the move. With Manchester United undergoing changes under new manager Ruben Amorim, Rashford has been deemed surplus to requirements and the club has already stripped him of his iconic No. 10 shirt. His departure signals a clear shift in United’s strategy ahead of the new season.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reportedly approved the move and believes Rashford’s experience and versatility will boost the squad’s attacking options. With Rashford capable of playing across the front three, the German coach views him as a dynamic option in a rebuilding Barcelona side. The loan arrangement, combined with an option to buy, gives Barcelona both flexibility and a potential long-term asset.
If all goes according to plan, Rashford could be officially unveiled as a Barcelona player before the end of the week. The move offers the England international a fresh start in La Liga and a chance to reignite his career at one of Europe’s biggest clubs. All that remains now are the final signatures, a completed medical, and formal registration to make the deal official.