Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reportedly made his stance clear on the future of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at Camp Nou. According to TEAMtalk, the German tactician has "made it abundantly clear internally" that he wants Rashford to stay with the Catalan giants beyond this season.
Rashford's loan spell has been nothing short of a renaissance. Fresh off celebrating his first league title win, the 28-year-old has been instrumental for Barcelona, tallying 14 goals and 14 assists across all competitions. His stunning free-kick in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Real Madrid sealed the LaLiga crown and underscored his value to the squad.
Off the pitch, Rashford has become a popular figure in the Barcelona dressing room, happily embracing a rotational role behind stars Lamine Yamal and Raphinha. His resurgence has even earned him a recall to the England squad ahead of the World Cup in North America—a far cry from his struggles under Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford.
Barcelona's initial deal with Manchester United includes a £26 million buy-option—a bargain for a versatile forward in his prime with 28 goal contributions this season. However, the deal has hit turbulence. A recent dip in form, capped by disappointing performances in the Champions League exit to Atletico Madrid, has turned some fans and club officials against a permanent move.
Blaugrana supporters are reportedly pushing for a younger LaLiga option instead, while the club's hierarchy has attempted to renegotiate for a lower fee—or even a second loan. But Manchester United remain firm, insisting Barcelona must meet the agreed price or risk losing Rashford to other suitors. AC Milan and several English clubs are reportedly monitoring the situation.
For Flick, who has now won back-to-back LaLiga titles with Barcelona, the message is clear: Rashford is part of his plans. The 61-year-old's backing could be the decisive factor in keeping the England international in Catalonia, where he has rediscovered his best form and his smile.