Man United Star Makes Decision About His Future

The attacking player of Manchester United is very close to completely closing the final chapter of his career associated with the club.

According to various sources from England and Spain, the forward born in 1997 has made a firm decision: he will not return to Manchester United next summer, despite potential efforts from the Old Trafford coaching staff to retain him.

Rashford joined Barcelona on loan for the 2025/26 season amid a deadlock in his relationship with Manchester United following a conflict with former coach Ruben Amorim. Initially seen as a temporary fix for both parties, the arrangement has far exceeded expectations. Barcelona quickly became a support system that helped Rashford regain his passion for football, form, and the joy he lost during his final years in the Premier League.

After 33 appearances across all competitions for the Catalan club, Rashford has scored 10 goals and provided 12 assists – statistics that confirm his strong resurgence. Notably, he is in excellent form with 3 goals in his last 4 matches, becoming a key figure in Barcelona’s attack.

This performance prompted Barcelona to seriously activate the purchase option worth around £26 million, a fee already agreed upon with Manchester United. Rashford himself has expressed a desire to stay long-term at the Nou Camp. In fact, the English forward is willing to accept a salary reduction and renegotiate personal terms to facilitate the deal, given Barcelona’s ongoing financial challenges.

Insiders reveal that even if Barcelona cannot meet Manchester United’s asking price, Rashford prefers to find a new club rather than return to Old Trafford. This shows the player’s strong resolve to leave the club where he was developed at Carrington.

Previously, there were reports that Michael Carrick, Manchester United’s interim manager, was ready to give Rashford a “second chance” if appointed permanently. However, this scenario seems less relevant as Rashford has settled both professionally and personally in Spain. He has even purchased an apartment in one of Barcelona’s most upscale areas, indicating plans for a long-term stay.

More importantly, Rashford believes that Barcelona helped him “fall in love with football again,” opening the door for a return to the England national team. The 28-year-old forward is expected to be included in coach Thomas Tuchel’s final squad for the 2026 World Cup. He does not want any club-related controversies to distract him from focusing on the biggest tournament in the world.