Fabrizio Romano reported that Marcus Rashford wants to stay at Barcelona, with the club happy about his form and attitude
Manchester United saw Marcus Rashford struggle through one of his most difficult seasons before he left on loan. The move to Barcelona followed a tough spell under former United manager Ruben Amorim. He reportedly lost faith in Rashford because he questioned his effort and attitude. Since moving to Spain, Rashford has found his spark again. His time at Barcelona has revived his form and reshaped his reputation, both on and off the pitch.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano recently talked about Rashford’s progress in his latest YouTube video. He said Rashford clearly wants to stay at Barcelona beyond this season. Romano explained that people inside the Catalan club, from the board to Hansi Flick’s staff, believe he fits their playing style perfectly.
The English forward has scored five goals and delivered six assists in 12 matches across all competitions. The 27-year-old also scored twice and assisted once in a 6–1 Champions League win over Olympiacos. People close to the dressing room say his teammates admire his humility and effort, which disappeared in his final year at Old Trafford. We reported earlier that in the summer transfer window, Rashford rejected a Saudi move to focus on Barcelona. His decision now looks wise and rewarding.
“We have to mention Marcus Rashford. Rashford is doing great at Barcelona. Rashford is sending very clear messages. His desire to be a Barcelona player is there since January 2025. I’ve been telling you for weeks that the feeling internally against Barca is that Rashford really perfectly fits the structure they have on the tactical point of view at Barcelona. They’re very happy with all the relationships Rashford has with his teammates as well.
“The reputation of Rashford is something that has to be clarified. He’s really popular in the dressing room at Barcelona. So let me say that from what I understand the feeling internally of Barca – and internally means board, management, technical staff – so the manager and those who work closely with Hansi Flick is that if Marcus Rashford will continue like this on every single point of view delivering performances and perfect attitude, he will have very good chances to continue the club beyond this season.”
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A permanent transfer now seems likely. Barcelona plan to buy him for around €30 million (£26 million) at the end of the season. That amount will offer a great value for a player who has rediscovered his best form. His energy, versatility, and willingness to adapt under Hansi Flick continue to strengthen his case.
The coaching staff trust him as both a strong winger and an effective central striker. This provides their attack with greater variety. The deal will also help Barcelona financially because the loan with an option to buy eases their spending pressure this season.
Manchester United now appear to have moved on from Rashford. The team continues to grow under new leadership. They brought in players like Matheus Cunha, who now wears Rashford’s number 10 shirt. Reports claim Rashford accepts that his Old Trafford chapter has ended.
A recent report revealed that the English international will play for another club other than Manchester United if the Barcelona move falls through. Given his current form and joy in Spain, he will certainly not return to Manchester. Rashford now thrives at a club that values him as both a player and a person. So, it’s very likely that his United career is over and he is set to become a permanent Barcelona player, if he continues with his sensational form.