Barcelona are keen on securing a second consecutive season-long loan deal for Manchester United's forward Marcus Rashford. The club has the option to purchase the 28-year-old player permanently this summer for £26 million, but current financial constraints make them hesitant to exercise this option. As Manchester United has no intention of renegotiating the agreed-upon fee, Barcelona is exploring the possibility of proposing another loan agreement when discussions resume at the end of the season. The club's interest in acquiring Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid will also influence their squad planning decisions.
Rashford's contract with Manchester United extends until the summer of 2028. This season, he has scored 12 goals and provided 9 assists for the La Liga leaders.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has confirmed that Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are interested in signing Alvarez, who has scored 48 goals in 104 games for Atletico Madrid since joining from Manchester City for £82 million.