Fresh rival emerges in Barcelona’s Marcus Rashford race | OneFootball

Barcelona are prepared to power forward in their transfer interest to bring in Manchester United star Marcus Rashford this summer.

La Blaugrana’s transfer plans have been forced into a major reshuffle this month following a high-profile rejection from Nico Williams.

The Spain international opted against a move to Catalonia for the second season running and Hansi Flick is now on the hunt for alternatives.

An expensive transfer offer is difficult, because of the club’s well-documented financial woes, but once a return to La Liga’s 1:1 rule is secure, they are ready to hit the gas – and go for Rashford.

Rashford has already been told by Ruben Amorim that he can leave the club this summer and Barcelona’s hope is they can secure a season-long loan with the option to buy in 2026.

Further talks are planned for the coming days, but there are internal doubts about the England international, on the back of a mixed 12 months in the Premier League.

Barcelona still unsure on Rashford deal

As per reports from Javi Miguel, Barcelona sporting director Deco is unsure on a move for Rashford as he is not convinced by the impact he will have.

Deco is a big fan of Luis Diaz, who is also on Flick’s transfer shortlist, but Liverpool will demand in excess of €70m for the Colombia international.

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That could block their interest in the former Porto winger and Rashford is a far more cost-effective option to bring in.

Fresh rival emerges in Rashford race

Despite United’s willingness to sell Rashford, Barcelona are not in a position to pay their £40m asking price, and that is why they are looking at a loan offer.

As per reports from Italian outlet Tuttosport, Serie A giants Juventus have now entered the race, and they are a serious rival.

Speed could be the vital aspect in the hunt for Rashford and Barcelona will need to table an immediate offer to secure their target.