Barcelona are keen to secure another season-long loan for Manchester United's Marcus Rashford. Despite having the option to purchase the 28-year-old permanently for £26m this summer, the club's financial situation is making them hesitant to exercise this option.
As Manchester United are unwilling to renegotiate the agreed-upon fee, Barcelona are exploring the possibility of proposing another loan deal when negotiations resume at the end of the season. The club's interest in signing Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid will also play a role in their squad planning decisions. Rashford, who is contracted to Old Trafford until 2028, has had a successful season with Barcelona, scoring 12 goals and providing 9 assists. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has confirmed that Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are all interested in signing Alvarez, who has impressed since his £82m move from Manchester City, scoring 48 goals in 104 games.