The English forward arrived in late July, hoping to revive his career after being sidelined by United boss Ruben Amorim. ..Continue Reading
Despite appearing in all three of Barcelona’s opening La Liga fixtures, Rashford has struggled to make an impression, logging just 95 minutes on the pitch.
He was named in the starting lineup for the 3–2 win over Levante but was substituted at halftime with the team trailing 2–0.
His other appearances came off the bench in the season opener against Mallorca and the draw with Rayo Vallecano, yet doubts remain about his ability to contribute meaningfully to the squad.
According to Spanish outlet El Nacional, club executives are growing uneasy with his underwhelming performances, which they reportedly find disappointing.
The report claims that both president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco were skeptical about bringing Rashford in, favoring alternatives like Nico Williams or Luis Díaz.
Manager Hansi Flick, however, was the driving force behind the move, believing he could help Rashford rediscover the form that once made him a standout at Old Trafford.
After the first match of the season, Flick expressed confidence that Rashford would eventually prove his worth at the club.
“He gives us more possibilities,” he said last month. “I know he’s more comfortable playing as a winger, but with his strengths, he contributes a lot to our play. I’m confident we’ll see a great Marcus Rashford this season.”
Barcelona could be hit with a financial penalty of approximately £4.3 million if they opt to terminate Marcus Rashford’s loan prematurely.
This echoes Chelsea’s situation last season, when they were charged £5 million by Manchester United for backing out of their agreement to permanently sign Jadon Sancho.
The development adds another chapter to Rashford’s challenging year, which began with a breakdown in his relationship with manager Ruben Amorim. The coach reportedly took issue with Rashford’s commitment and work ethic during training sessions.
In a scathing remark earlier this year, Amorim didn’t hold back, saying he’d prefer to field his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital over a player who “doesn’t give the maximum.”
