Flick Wants Rashford Stay; Barcelona Rejects United’s €30m

After a season in which Rashford contributed 14 goals and 11 assists for Barcelona, head coach Hansi Flick publicly backed the forward’s continuation at the club. The loan spell ends as the competitive season concludes, leaving Rashford’s future uncertain despite his productive output.

Rashford tallied 14 goals and 11 assists across all competitions for Barcelona this season. Barcelona confirmed it will not exercise the €30 million purchase option embedded in the loan deal with Manchester United. Manchester United officials said they will only entertain a permanent sale, rejecting any further loan arrangement.

Flick’s endorsement signals tactical value, but financial constraints block a permanent transfer unless United lowers its asking price or accepts a reduced fee. Barcelona’s sporting director Deco must now negotiate a new structure that satisfies both clubs, a task complicated by United’s firm stance on a sale only. The impasse leaves Rashford in limbo as the transfer window approaches.

Watch for whether United softens its position or Barcelona explores alternative funding mechanisms to retain the English forward.