Overview
- Following Saturday’s 2-1 win over Osasuna, Rashford set up Robert Lewandowski’s opener and drew praise from Lewandowski and Frenkie de Jong for his impact and pace.
- Manchester United have told Barcelona to pay the full £26m (€30m) option to sign Rashford and are not open to a discount or a second loan, according to Manchester Evening News.
- Barcelona are reluctant to activate the clause and are exploring cheaper arrangements, with reports pointing to tight finances after a frustrating Champions League run.
- The buy option requires a decision soon after the season ends, so both clubs expect resolution before the summer transfer window gathers pace.
- With Bayern Munich reportedly cooling their interest, Rashford’s alternatives are thinning, even as reports say he wants to stay in Barcelona and would be flexible on wages.