Marcus Rashford's Expected Barcelona Arrival Nears Completion as Spain Arrival Date Revealed

Marcus Rashford is looking to rediscover his form at Barcelona.

Marcus Rashford's Expected Barcelona Arrival Nears Completion as Spain Arrival Date Revealed

Mark Kinyanjui 20:49 - 20.07.2025

Marcus Rashford is edging closer to ending his 19-year spell at Manchester United, with Barcelona set to add him to their ranks.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is on the verge of joining FC Barcelona, with both clubs now finalizing the necessary paperwork for the deal, according to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

The England international is expected to arrive in Spain tomorrow for a medical ahead of signing his contract with the Catalan giants. The move, while not yet official, is said to be all but completed, pending final documentation.

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Pay Cut and Loan Structure Agreed

Marcus Rashford's Expected Barcelona Arrival Nears Completion as Spain Arrival Date Revealed
Marcus Rashford (Credit: Imago) Marcus Rashford is expected to leave Manchester United this summer (Credit: Imago)

Rashford has reportedly agreed to a 15% pay cut to facilitate the move, with his adjusted salary set at €14 million per season. The agreement includes a €30 million option to buy for Barcelona, although the clause is not mandatory, allowing the club flexibility depending on his performance.

Currently, Rashford is training alone at Manchester United’s facilities, having fallen out of favour under new manager Ruben Amorim. The situation worsened after a fallout earlier in the year, which led to a loan spell at Aston Villa, where Rashford registered 4 goals and 6 assists in 17 appearances.

Flick Confident in Rashford’s Role

Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford (Credit: Imago) Marcus Rashford is expected to leave Manchester United this summer (Credit: Imago)

Sources close to the deal reveal that Rashford has already spoken with Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who laid out his tactical vision for the 26-year-old. Flick reportedly sees Rashford as a central attacking option, especially valuable during Robert Lewandowski’s absence.

The Barcelona board is also optimistic, viewing the move as a commercial opportunity to boost the club’s brand in the English market, capitalizing on Rashford’s popularity and Premier League pedigree.

If completed, the transfer would mark a significant shift in Rashford’s career, moving abroad for the first time since rising through the Manchester United academy to become one of the club’s top attacking talents.

Further updates are expected within the next 24 hours.