Marcus Rashford is loving life at Barcelona and credits the club with helping him fall in love with football again, as the England international pushes towards a permanent exit from Man United.
Marcus Rashford has refused to return to Manchester United (Image: Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
Marcus Rashford has no intention of returning to Manchester United from Barcelona this summer. And Rashford wants to resolve his long-term future before England head to the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Rashford joined Barça on a season-long loan last summer with the aim of making the move permanent. Barça’s leaders have agreed an option with United to sign Rashford for £26 million.
United interim manager Michael Carrick may try to persuade Rashford to resume his career at Old Trafford if he takes over permanently, it has been suggested.
However, Rashford loves playing in Spain and has told Barça he wants to stay at Camp Nou. It is understood that even if Barca fail to meet their asking price, Rashford will consider a move to another club rather than returning to United.
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Rashford is willing to renegotiate his salary and accept lower terms if it helps him seal a deal with Barça.
Rashford has enjoyed success at Barça since turning his back on his hometown club following a falling out with former United manager Ruben Amorim. He has 10 goals and 12 assists in 33 games, including three goals in the last four games.
Rashford put down roots in Barcelona after buying an apartment in one of the city’s most exclusive districts.
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Michael Carrick is reportedly keen on Rashford’s return, but the player wants a permanent move to Barcelona (Image: PA)
Rashford credits the Catalan giants with helping him fall in love with football again, rediscover his best form and regain his place in the England squad.
Rashford is expected to be selected in Thomas Tuchel’s final World Cup squad but does not want speculation about his future to hang over him while he is in the tournament.
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