FC Barcelona did not execute Marcus Rashford’s purchase clause, and the player has already returned to Manchester United. Now, a new report makes it clear, the English club expects that he will start the season as a Red Devil, barring an unforeseen twist.
The 28-year-old joined Barcelona on loan last season, and though the management was generally happy with his performances, his salary was a stumbling block. Even though his transfer fee was not too high, Barça preferred to sign Anthony Gordon from
Newcastle United instead. Even though Gordon’s fee was higher, his salary was preferable to the Catalan club.
What’s ironic is neither Rashford nor United seem thrilled with each other. It’s understood the Manchester club would be willing to part with him for the right price, but so far, no club has taken the deal. Rashford himself made overtures towards Barcelona, showing he wanted to stay, but ultimately, Barcelona would not agree to keep him at a salary Rashford was comfortable with.
Despite this, United are not interested in another loan. Thus, unless positions soften or another club comes calling, Rashford will be reporting for duty with his current club after the FIFA World Cup ends.
He will have three weeks off after England finish their campaign. United are due to start their pre-season campaign on Thursday.
England will play Norway in the quarter-finals of the World Cup this Saturday.
