Rashford set to join Barcelona

 

Reports suggest that Marcus Rashford is indeed keen on a move to Barcelona, and the Catalan club has shown interest in signing him. However, the situation is complex:

 * Rashford's Desire: He has publicly expressed a wish to play alongside Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and is reportedly willing to take a wage cut to facilitate a move. His agents have also met with Barcelona's sporting director Deco.

 * Barcelona's Stance: Barcelona "likes" Rashford, and new coach Hansi Flick is reportedly a fan of his versatility. They are primarily interested in a loan deal, possibly with an option to buy, due to their financial situation.

 * Manchester United's Position: Manchester United would prefer a permanent transfer for Rashford and have reportedly set a £40 million asking price. They are generally unwilling to let him leave on a loan without significant financial commitments. Rashford also has three years left on his current contract with high wages.

 * Competition: Barcelona's top target for a left-wing position appears to be Nico Williams from Athletic Club. While there are suggestions that Barcelona might try to sign both, Williams' arrival could limit Rashford's playing time.

In summary, while there's clear mutual interest, the financial aspects and Manchester United's demands, along with Barcelona's pursuit of other targets, mean that a deal is far from certain. It's a developing transfer saga.

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