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Manchester United and Barcelona are reportedly negotiating a deal for Marcus Rashford, whom Michael Carrick would like to bring back to Old Trafford.

The 28-year-old is currently on loan at Barcelona, who have the option to buy him at the end of the season for €30 million.

Although he hasn’t always been a starter in Hansi Flick’s lineup, the Englishman has done fairly well in Catalunya this term, as evidenced by the 10 goals and 13 assists he registered in his 34 appearances across all competitions.

Nevertheless, the Blaugrana remain reluctant to pay €30 million to acquire his services on a permanent basis.

Michael Carrick would welcome Rashford back to Man Utd with open arms

According to Italian journalist Matteo Moretto, Barcelona have opened a new round of talks with Man Utd for Rashford. The Catalan giants are seeking a discount on the original price, hoping to drive the transfer fee down to €25 million or less.

In theory, United could be open to this solution. After all, the versatile attacker is an academy product of the club, so any amount they collect would be considered a pure capital gain.

However, the Red Devils could be tempted to bring the once-beloved star back home, with Carrick fully endorsing a comeback.

Rashford was pushed out of the club by former Man Utd coach Ruben Amorim, initially joining Aston Villa in January 2025, before moving to Barca last summer.

However, the Portuguese manager was sacked last month, which could open the door for a second Rashford chapter at Old Trafford.

Marcus Rashford determined to stay at Barcelona

While Carrick would reportedly cherish a Rashford homecoming, it should be noted that the 44-year-old’s contract will expire at the end of the season.

The English tactician has been enjoying a superb start at the helm, winning four of his first five matches in charge. However, he’s still considered an interim head coach, with the hierarchy inclined to appoint a more accomplished permanent manager next summer.

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Moreover, the source insists that the striker has every desire to prolong his stay at Barcelona. After all, Rashford had long identified the Camp Nou outfit as his dream club.

Therefore, the England international is more likely to play his football in Spain rather than Manchester next season.