Barça eye a bold Premier League swoop amid financial maneuvering and Liverpool’s firm stance.
FC Barcelona are actively pursuing Luis Díaz as their primary target for the left wing, but with Liverpool demanding €75–80M, the Catalans are preparing a contingency: Marcus Rashford.
According to Utang Mfin, Rashford is now viewed as a serious fallback option. Manchester United are willing to sell for around €40M, but due to Barça’s financial constraints, a loan with an option to buy — plus a significant salary cut — would be essential for any deal to materialize.
Key Developments:
Barcelona’s top choice remains Luis Díaz, who is keen on the move, but talks with Liverpool have stalled over the asking price.
Marcus Rashford is open to the idea of leaving Old Trafford if it brings regular playing time and a fresh start in La Liga.
Barcelona have already made contact with Rashford’s camp to discuss terms and feasibility.
Rashford’s versatility across the front line and experience at the top level make him a highly appealing tactical fit for Xavi.
A structured loan-plus-buy deal fits Barça’s recent strategy to minimize immediate expenditure while strengthening the squad.
While Díaz remains the priority, Rashford offers a financially viable and tactically flexible alternative should negotiations with Liverpool collapse.
The coming weeks will be pivotal as Barça juggle ambition with realism, and fans await clarity on whether it’ll be the Colombian or the Englishman lighting up the C
amp Nou next season.
