The football world was buzzing this week after Marcus Rashford’s brother, Dwaine Maynard, was spotted having serious discussions with Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, in Spain.
The topic? A potential £40 million transfer deal that could see the Manchester United star making a surprising move to the Catalan giants.
Why Rashford Might Be Saying Goodbye to Manchester United
Rashford’s days at Old Trafford seem numbered.
Sources suggest the forward has had a falling out with Ruben Amorim, the man currently running things at United, which has pushed Rashford to consider his next steps carefully.
For some time now, Rashford has shown a strong interest in joining Barcelona, and this recent meeting in Spain confirms those intentions are gaining serious traction.
Behind the Scenes: Deco and Maynard’s Meeting
Last week, Barcelona officially revealed their interest in Rashford, and now Deco has taken the next step.
The meeting between Deco and Maynard took place at a hotel in Barcelona, showing both clubs are engaging directly with Rashford’s camp.
Despite still having three years left on his Manchester United contract, it looks unlikely Rashford will be wearing the red shirt again if Amorim remains at the helm.
Financial Moves at Old Trafford
Manchester United aren’t just passively watching.
They want to offload Rashford’s hefty £315,000-per-week wages after he spent the latter half of this season on loan at Aston Villa.
The club is ready to listen to offers in the region of £40 million to free up space on their wage bill and rebuild the squad.
Current Season Update: A Rough Start for Amorim’s Side
While Rashford’s future is uncertain, United’s squad is already in action.
Amorim’s team suffered a 1-0 defeat to the ASEAN All-Stars in Kuala Lumpur during their post-season tour.
Young winger Alejandro Garnacho, who has also been told he needs to find a new club, featured in the second half of the game.
Looking Ahead: United’s Transfer Strategy
Before the match, Manchester United’s chief executive, Omar Berrada, gave fans insight into the club’s transfer plans.
After activating Matheus Cunha’s £62.5 million release clause to bring him in from Wolves, Berrada assured supporters that the club will approach the market with “prudent ambition.”
He emphasized that months of planning have given the team a clear direction on where investments are needed to strengthen the squad.
What’s Next for Rashford and Manchester United?
With talks ongoing and summer transfer window opening soon, all eyes are on Rashford’s next move.
Will Barcelona finalize the deal and welcome the England international?
Or will United manage to keep hold of their hometown hero despite the drama?
One thing’s for sure: the next few weeks will be crucial in shaping the future of one of football’s most talented forwards.