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Man Utd ‘rubbing their hands together’ as Marcus Rashford ‘price rise’ planned amid Barcelona’s €30m transfer uncertainty

Manchester United are hoping to raise the price of Marcus Rashford's transfer to Barcelona as doubts are emerging over the initial deal struck with the Red Devils last summer. Rashford made a blistering start to his loan move after making the switch from Manchester to Spain last summer, raising the prospect of clinching a permanent move to Camp Nou for €30m (£26m/$34m).

But Rashford has gone off the boil lately, starting just once within the last month and last registering a goal or assist towards the end of January. And according to leading Spanish newspaper Marca, It has led to the prospect of Barca making a U-turn and backing out of the agreement they struck with United last summer to sign the forward for €30m and instead agreeing another loan deal, which would then make his price rocket should they decide to eventually buy him permanently.

Barcelona eye Chelsea star Pedro Neto as La Liga side hope to capitalise on bond with agent Jorge Mendes

Barcelona have identified Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a primary target to bolster Hansi Flick’s attacking options ahead of the summer transfer window. The Portuguese international’s versatility and explosive pace have earned him high praise from the Catalan club’s scouting department. While no formal approach has been made, Barca hope their close relationship with super-agent Jorge Mendes could prove decisive in navigating a potential deal.

Despite having two of Europe’s most in-form wingers, Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, who have combined for a total of 34 goals in all competitions this season, Barcelona are keen to enhance the quality of their flanks. According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Neto, who joined Chelsea in 2024 for €60 million, has emerged as an ideal candidate due to his ability to operate on either wing or as a false nine. The 26-year-old’s time in London has been made complicated by fierce competition from the likes of Estevao, Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens. Barca’s sporting director, Deco, is reportedly scouring the market for a game-changer who can provide high-level competition, and Neto's proven track record in the Premier League makes him a standout option for the Blaugrana hierarchy.

Barcelona come up with new plan to keep Marcus Rashford amid struggles to pay €30m release clause as Man Utd loanee desperate to stay in Spain

Barcelona are exploring a creative second loan deal to retain Marcus Rashford as they struggle to trigger Manchester United's €30 million agreed permanent fee. The England international is reportedly desperate to stay in Catalonia after a career resurgence under Hansi Flick.

Rashford has made his intentions clear to the Barcelona hierarchy: he does not want to return to Old Trafford. Since arriving on loan, the 28-year-old has revitalised his career in La Liga, finding the consistency and joy that eluded him during his final months in Manchester.

However, the path to a permanent stay is blocked by a familiar obstacle for the Catalan giants. Despite the relatively modest €30m buyout clause, Barca’s well-documented financial constraints have made a straightforward purchase difficult, forcing sporting director Deco to look for alternative solutions to satisfy both the player and his parent club.

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