Barcelona’s pursuit of Marcus Rashford has taken a step forward, with the Manchester United forward reportedly agreeing to slash his wage demands to facilitate a potential move to Camp Nou.
Rashford, currently on loan at Aston Villa, is expected to leave Old Trafford permanently this summer.
While Villa hold a £40 million purchase option, it is not exclusive and Barcelona are now making a serious push, bolstered by the player’s willingness to lower his reported £315,000-per-week salary.
The Catalan club, restricted by La Liga’s 1:1 financial rule, must offload players before completing any major signings.
Still, Rashford’s openness to a pay cut represents a breakthrough in negotiations, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.
Barcelona are also exploring a loan deal with an obligation to buy at the end of the 2025/26 season, allowing them to manage their financial exposure more flexibly.
While Unai Emery’s interest in retaining Rashford at Villa Park remains on hold until season’s end, Barcelona are aiming to capitalize on the hesitation and position themselves ahead in the race.
