Marcus Rashford was loaned out from Manchester United to Barcelona during the most recent summer transfer window. The 28-year-old winger has been performing impressively in the Catalan team’s colors, scoring 6 goals and providing 9 assists in 16 matches.
His contributions have quickly established him as a vital player in Barcelona’s attacking lineup. The Spanish club holds an option to permanently sign the English forward for a fee within the range of 30-35 million euros, making the deal relatively affordable.
However, it remains uncertain whether the La Liga champions can afford this expenditure and meet Rashford’s wage demands. According to “ElNacional.cat,” Chelsea might intervene to disrupt Barcelona’s plans. The Blues’ coach, Enzo Maresca, holds Rashford in high regard.
The London club has the financial capabilities not only to fulfill his salary expectations but also to offer him a contract exceeding his current terms with Manchester United. Chelsea is keeping a close watch on the winger’s situation and may make a decisive move in their transfer efforts.
A 68-time England international, Rashford is a product of Manchester United’s academy system. Standing at 185 centimeters tall, the forward has struggled to win the full trust of his current coach, Ruben Amorim. Before his transfer to Barcelona, Rashford had also been loaned to Aston Villa in an attempt to regain his form.
Time will tell if Rashford will be permanently signed by the Catalan club or if he will return to the British Isles, where there is no shortage of interest in his talents, with Chelsea leading the pack.