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Daily: Barcelona wants to keep Rashford but doesn’t want to trigger a buyout and is considering loaning him to Manchester United

1:42pm, 8 October 2025Football

Hupu, October 8, according to the Spanish media "Daily Sports", the media stated that La Liga giants Barcelona are considering keeping Rashford, but they do not want to trigger his 26 million pound buyout clause.

"Everything" stated that Rashford has currently become the player with the most goals in Barcelona this season with 3 goals and 5 assists. This data is enough to make people cheer for his influence in Barcelona. Rashford is rediscovering what he was in his prime at Manchester United - a finisher who can create chances on his own. This is exactly the trait that Flick advocated to introduce this summer, because at that time, only Yamal (Rafinha was slightly less) in the team had the ability to fight alone.

Unlike forward teammates such as Ferran Torres and Lewandowski who need teammates to deliver cannonballs, he can always use his strong explosive power and sudden falling shots to open up scoring channels on his own.

As the coach who advocates the introduction of Rashford, Flick has already stated: "Our style of play requires high intensity, and this includes Rashford. Joining a new club requires adapting to the philosophy, but I believe he is at the best time. I firmly believe in his strength, but he must persist Continue to work hard - improve every day and adapt to every situation. I will continue to push him and support him 100%."

It is reported that Barcelona is considering how to keep Rashford after his loan expires without triggering the 26.2 million pound buyout clause.

If Rashford continues to perform well, the club hopes to keep him in Spain, possibly by negotiating a lower transfer fee or arranging another loan contract to achieve such a plan. However, it is unclear whether United are willing to renegotiate or agree another loan move.

The recent two consecutive losses have raised questions about Flick's high defense tactics. Inside the locker room, there is a clear realization that if the intensity of the frontcourt pressure is insufficient, the defense will be exposed. Sports director Deco also pointed out that the team is missing players like Raphinha, Fermin and Garvey who can implement Flick's intensity philosophy.

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