The FC Barcelona, facing the officialization of its entry to operate under the 1:1 rule, a fundamental step to effectively make signings, has shown its determination to make a strong move in this winter transfer market. The Blaugrana team aims to reinforce a specific area of the field to deepen the squad ahead of the final stretch of the season; in this case, they will focus on strengthening the forward line.
With this idea in mind, recent reports have begun to suggest that FC Barcelona may already have an ideal candidate to strengthen their attacking line: Marcus Rashford, the forward from Manchester United. His current situation at the 'Red Devils', combined with his undeniable sporting level, has positioned him as a top priority option to sign in this winter transfer market.
Barcelona is reportedly determined to pursue the signing of Marcus Rashford
As reported by 'SPORT', FC Barcelona has joined the race for Marcus Rashford along with other renowned clubs such as Juventus, AC Milan, and Borussia Dortmund. The nature of this transaction would not be a transfer, but rather a loan until June 30 with an option to buy, which has not been clarified whether it is mandatory or not.
This negotiation, it's worth noting, if successful, at the moment does not progress beyond an initial contact between the club and the player's representatives, would have a particular 'handicap' regarding the salary of the Manchester native 'star'.
In 'Relevo', it has been mentioned that Barcelona would take care of Marcus Rashford's salary in its entirety, which would mean that the Catalan team would need to create some salary space to register the forward. This situation could possibly result in an exit during this winter market for the Catalan side.
The forward would be a 'top' addition to the Catalan offensive line
Now we will have to see where this operation with Marcus Rashford leads, who, in addition to Barcelona's interest, is considering offers from other teams without closing any doors. Only time will tell if the forward ultimately leans towards the Catalan club, where he could become a very valuable option for the attacking line, as he is a top-level forward who can play as a winger on both sides and as a center forward.
This option represents an interesting way out for a player who has felt the need for a change of scenery, given that he has not quite clicked with Ruben Amorim. Under the guidance of the Portuguese coach, Manchester United has left Rashford out of the squad in five of the 12 matches led by the former Sporting CP coach, and in another, he has been on the substitute bench, only starting in six games, in which he has scored a total of three goals.