Rashford has become a sought-after player, with Barcelona planning to make his transfer permanent, while Carrick hopes for the Manchester United star's return.

Can you imagine? Last summer, Manchester United’s promising talent Rashford was discarded by Amorrin and forced out by the club, yet the English striker persisted and moved on loan to the Spanish powerhouse Barcelona. Up to now this season, he has featured 32 times across competitions for the Blaugrana, including 18 starts, accumulating 1,837 minutes on the pitch, with impressive stats of 10 goals and 10 assists, demonstrating great effectiveness. Thanks to his excellent performances at Barcelona, Rashford has once again become highly desirable.

According to the latest reports from Spanish media outlet Marca, Barcelona holds the first option to buy Rashford outright, while interim Manchester United manager Carrick, who has led the team to three consecutive Premier League victories, hopes for Rashford’s return.

With Lewandowski’s contract expiring and his departure this season, Barcelona aims to secure Rashford permanently, who can play both as a left winger and a center forward. Coach Flick also wants Rashford to stay, as it would add more tactical flexibility. Rashford himself is eager to remain at Barcelona, as the instability at Manchester United makes him reluctant to return. Although Carrick wishes for Rashford’s comeback, his own future as permanent manager and tenure length remain uncertain. Therefore, Rashford hopes to continue with Barcelona next season, where the club can buy him for €30 million—a bargain considering his €40 million valuation.

At 28 years old, Rashford is still in his prime. If Lewandowski leaves this summer and Barcelona fails to sign a marquee striker, Rashford’s versatility to play both on the left and centrally will earn him more playing time, making him a key figure in the Blaugrana squad.