Marcus Rashford’s loan surge — 10 goals and 13 assists in 34 games — strengthens Barcelona’s case to trigger the £26m buy option. For punters: consider backing Barcelona to sign him permanently or place anytime-scorer bets on Rashford; Manchester United-related markets may see lower odds on a permanent Old Trafford return unless form changes.
Rashford accused of “half-tossing off” Man United career as Barcelona form shines
A former Manchester United staff member has claimed Marcus Rashford “half tossed off” his United career amid a turbulent exit, comments that clash with the forward’s revitalised form during a loan spell at Barcelona. The criticism has reignited debate over whether Rashford’s fall-out at Old Trafford was self-inflicted or the result of management decisions.
Loan revival in Spain
Rashford has responded on the pitch for Barcelona, contributing 10 goals and 13 assists in 34 appearances. His productive spell has raised hopes at the Camp Nou and put pressure on the club to decide whether to activate a reported £26m buy option this summer.
What went wrong at Manchester United
The forward did not feature for United after December 2024 and lost the No.10 shirt to Matheus Cunha under then-head coach Ruben Amorim. He was also made to train separately from the first team before his loan move. Those internal tensions and a dip in energy and commitment, according to the former staff member, contributed to his departure.
Barcelona’s stance and next steps
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has stressed that no immediate decision will be made on the buy clause, saying the club must manage Rashford’s workload and that sporting director discussions will guide next season’s plans. There is time for further assessment before any permanent transfer is confirmed.
Transfer outlook and betting implications
Rashford’s form in La Liga strengthens Barcelona’s negotiating position and makes a permanent move likelier in betting markets.
Punters might favour Barcelona to trigger the clause or back Rashford in anytime-scorer markets, while odds for a Manchester United return should shorten only if there is a clear change in the player’s situation or fitness.
'I flopped after leaving the Premier League - but my failure has helped me at Man Utd'
Marcus Rashford has been accused of ‘half tossing off’ his Manchester United career by a former staff member, despite impressing on loan at Barcelona.
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