The loan of Marcus Rashford at FC Barcelona makes people talk. Many supporters and observers are skeptical, even critical. How can a player who have been losing speed for two years, exiled by Manchester United, claiming a place in one of the biggest clubs in the world? The question is on everyone's lips. But while doubts accumulate, an old glory of Barça, an attacker who marked the history of the club, decided to speak to go against the tide.
“Rashford will be doing very well”
This legend is Gary Lineker. The former English scorer, which passed through Barça from 1986 to 1989, absolutely does not share ambient pessimism. “He's going to get out of it”he said without hesitation. For him, the problem does not come from the player, but from his former club. “There is something that is not going to Manchester United. The players who left it generally succeeded elsewhere ”, He analyzed, citing the successful loan from Rashford to Aston Villa as proof. “He seems to be in the right state of mind. I think it's a big challenge for him. »»
Lineker even sees this transfer as an excellent operation for Barcelona. He recognizes the quality of the offensive trio in place (Raphinha, Lewandowski, Yamal), but underlines obvious:
“They can't play all the matches.”
The arrival of Rashford brings depth, an additional option essential for a club that plays on all tables. “I think it's a good signature for Barcelona, if Marcus can find his best level. »»
The bet of the recovery
The “if” is size. Rashford comes out of two very complicated seasons, where his level of play and his involvement were largely questioned. Barely two years ago, he was considered one of the best attackers in the world, capable of scoring 30 goals per season. Today, he is the shadow of himself. This is the whole bet of Barça and Hansi Flick: to succeed in relaunching a raw talent that was lost on the way.
Lineker's defense is therefore weight support. He recalls a simple truth: a great player does not lose his talent overnight. The context, the environment and confidence play an immense role. Leaving the toxic atmosphere of Manchester, Rashford offers an unexpected chance to start from scratch. And if a legend like Lineker believes in it, it may be that the bet of Barça is less crazy than it seems.
