Overview
- Manchester United want the €30m buy option paid before it expires and have ruled out another loan for Marcus Rashford.
- Barcelona rate Rashford’s output but are reluctant to trigger the clause and are studying a structure that spreads the fee over a longer contract.
- Rashford has said he wants to stay at Barcelona and has accepted reduced wages on a three‑year deal, with reports he is open to a five‑year term.
- Aston Villa are prepared to bid under Unai Emery, which could speed up decisions if Barcelona hesitate.
- Coverage in Spain indicates Barcelona are also weighing cheaper wing options, with Hansi Flick impressed by Real Betis winger Ez Abde as the club prioritises spending elsewhere.