Joan Laporta has confirmed Barcelona are reassessing the club\u2019s approach to Marcus Rashford as the loanee\u2019s long-term future in Catalonia grows uncertain. Laporta, who stepped down from his position to run for reelection, outlined that the board is weighing alternatives after recent dips in the forward\u2019s form.<\/p>\n
Speaking to Jijantes, Laporta said: \u201cWe could extend the loan further; it depends on what Deco wants.\u201d He added: \u201cThere are options: exercising part of the purchase option with United, and we\u2019ll see about the rest. We\u2019re studying the deal.\u201d<\/p>\n
Rashford began his spell in Spain strongly, registering 15 goal contributions in his first 24 appearances across all competitions. That early momentum has slowed since Raphinha returned from injury and Rashford\u2019s minutes decreased. In his 14 appearances in 2026, the England international has produced only five goal contributions, with the last coming in Barcelona\u2019s 2\u20131 win over second-tier side Albacete in the Copa del Rey on Feb. 3.<\/p>\n
Laporta\u2019s comments come amid broader transfer planning. Barcelona are reported to remain linked with a big-money move for Atl\u00e9tico Madrid forward Juli\u00e1n Alvarez and may be prioritising financial flexibility ahead of the summer window. The club might be reluctant to trigger the agreed $34.4 million fee to make Rashford\u2019s move permanent.<\/p>\n
A renegotiated loan would reduce immediate outlay and buy Barcelona an additional season to balance their books while pursuing needs such as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski and defensive reinforcements. The proposal would, however, conflict with Rashford\u2019s stated preference for a permanent transfer to Barcelona, leaving the player to choose between returning to Manchester United or accepting continued uncertainty at the Spanish champions.<\/p>\n
If Barcelona complete the purchase, Manchester United would receive a significant transfer fee to support their squad rebuilding. If Barcelona instead seek another loan, United could demand a higher price for a player whose value has risen following his performances in Spain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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