A local Manchester journalist has published an article expressing his views on the transfer rumors surrounding Marcus Rashford, stating that Manchester United cannot be pushed around in the transfer market once again.
The journalist wrote in the article: “From Manchester United's perspective, the deal for Rashford is straightforward, as the loan agreement includes a permanent signing option worth £26 million (€30 million). However, Barcelona hopes to sign Rashford at a lower price after the end of the season.”
“Barcelona can still pay the agreed £26 million fee to permanently sign Rashford, but the Spanish side understands that Joan Laporta believes he can secure a more favorable deal for Barcelona.”
“Manchester United has made its position clear in advance: if Barcelona wants to sign Rashford, it must pay the fee specified in the contract. The Red Devils will never be pushed around by Barcelona in the transfer market. If Barcelona appreciates Rashford so much, then paying £26 million should not be a problem. The transfer fee agreed in the loan option is also very reasonable.”
“For Manchester United's management led by INEOS Group, reversing the club's image of being 'too accommodating' in the transfer market is a top priority, which means they will not compromise with other clubs in such negotiations. Barcelona's financial situation is far from being unable to afford £26 million, especially considering that Rashford has played 38 games for the team this season.”
“In the past few years, Manchester United has encountered such situations with fringe players multiple times: players received praise for their performances during loan spells, but when it came time to actually pay the buyout fee, the loaning clubs were unwilling to pay a reasonable price. The only way to break this cycle is to stand firm and never back down.”
“If Barcelona truly values Rashford, it should exercise the buyout option by paying the agreed fee as specified in the contract. If they insist on renegotiating the price, Manchester United is likely to abandon the deal entirely.”
