Bayern Munich poses obstacle to Barcelona strategy
Latest Updates on Marcus Rashford’s Transfer Saga
Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is still at the center of transfer rumors, particularly with Barcelona showing interest in signing him. Despite his desire to move to Barcelona, the transfer has not progressed significantly yet.
Aston Villa recently announced that they will not be taking up their option to buy Rashford, indicating that he will not be returning to Villa Park next season. United is looking to offload Rashford, while Barcelona is interested in bringing him on board. However, Rashford is not their top priority, and a potential deal with Barcelona could involve a loan with an option to buy, rather than a direct sale for the €40-50m price tag set by United.
Bayern Munich Consider Rashford as an Option
According to Bayern Insider, Bayern Munich is also considering Marcus Rashford as an option to strengthen their left-wing position. While players like Bradley Barcola, Rafael Leao, Nico Williams, and Luis Diaz are ahead of Rashford in their priority list, they come with a higher price tag of around €100m. If Bayern fails to secure a deal for their top targets, they may turn their attention to Rashford as a potential option.
Possible Hurdles for Barcelona in Signing Rashford
Barcelona sees Rashford as an alternative number nine, with Nico Williams being their top choice for the left-wing position. However, complications may arise if deals for Williams or other targets like Luis Diaz do not materialize. In such a scenario, Barcelona’s Director of Football may shift focus towards Rashford as a potential option.
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If Bayern Munich intensifies their pursuit of Rashford and offers him a prominent role, it could sway the decision in their favor. Such a scenario could leave Barcelona without a backup plan if their primary targets fall through.
