Marcus Rashford has identified Barcelona as his preferred destination for a permanent move at the end of the season, according to sources close to the forward.
The England international is not expected to play for Manchester United again, making a full-time switch away from Old Trafford almost inevitable.
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Reports indicate that Barcelona want to secure Rashford once his loan spell ends, especially with the club reluctant to extend Robert Lewandowski’s contract.
That financial shift opens the door for Rashford to be signed permanently, while also helping Manchester United ease their PSR concerns through a profitable sale.
PSG Enter the Race to Complicate Barcelona’s Plans
However, Paris Saint-Germain are monitoring the situation closely and could attempt a late hijack.
PSG view Rashford as a long-term attacking option, but sources claim Barcelona remain firmly in the lead.
Hansi Flick is pushing for the transfer to be completed, believing Rashford fits perfectly into his long-term project at Camp Nou, reports Football Insider.
Transfer insider Pete O’Rourke said the deal has been beneficial for all sides—Barcelona gain a top forward, Rashford finds a fresh start, and United free up a significant wage.
Despite PSG’s interest, insiders insist the 28-year-old is keen to stay in Spain and wants the move made permanent as soon as possible.
Barcelona are also exploring wider attacking reinforcements, but their move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto appears blocked, with the Blues unwilling to negotiate for the in-form Portuguese star.
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