Barcelona remain open to making a permanent move for 27-year-old forward after impressive performances

FC Barcelona secured the signing of Marcus Rashford as one of their three major reinforcements in the summer transfer window, bringing the 27-year-old forward from Manchester United on a season-long loan deal.

The agreement includes an option for Barcelona to make the move permanent at the end of the current campaign.

Just three months into his spell at Camp Nou, Rashford has already left a positive impression on the Catalan club. According to The Telegraph, Barcelona’s hierarchy, particularly sporting director Deco, has expressed satisfaction with the England international’s performances so far and is keeping the door open for a potential permanent signing in the summer.

Deco recently addressed Rashford’s situation, confirming that the deal was structured in a simple and flexible manner. “He’s on a simple loan, there’s no penalty, and if we want him, we have an option to buy. What we thought he could bring to us, he’s bringing,” Deco said, stressing that the forward has met the club’s expectations since his arrival.

This statement highlights Barcelona’s confidence in Rashford’s ability to adapt and contribute effectively to their attacking system.

On the pitch, Rashford has begun to showcase the qualities that convinced Barcelona to take a chance on him. In recent weeks, his performances have been particularly strong, with the forward delivering six direct goal contributions across all competitions.

His most recent assist came in a high-profile clash against Paris Saint-Germain, underlining his impact on the European stage as well. Beyond the numbers, Rashford has impressed with his work rate, movement, and overall involvement in Barcelona’s attack, proving to be a valuable addition to Hansi Flick’s squad.

Financially, the option to buy Rashford is set at around £26 million (€30 million). While that figure is considered a reasonable investment given his talent and age, Barcelona are in no rush to make a final decision. The club intends to monitor his progress throughout the season before committing to a permanent deal, ensuring that the move makes sense both on the sporting and financial fronts.

From Rashford’s perspective, the move to Barcelona has been a refreshing change. The 27-year-old attacker is said to be enjoying life in Spain, both on and off the pitch, and feels increasingly comfortable in his new surroundings. With his confidence returning, he has set ambitious personal goals for the rest of the season.

Rashford hopes his performances can convince the Barcelona hierarchy to trigger the buy option and secure his long-term future at Camp Nou.