Everything is turned upside down at FC Barcelona. Since the surprise announcement of the upcoming transfer of Anthony Gordon for 70 million euros – plus 10 million bonuses – from Newcastle, other once priority files have taken a backseat.
This is particularly the case of the one leading to Marcus Rashford, at the top of the pile in sporting director Deco’s office a few months ago but now secondary. According to information from the Spanish newspaper Sportthe Blaugranas have ruled out the idea of permanently recruiting the Englishman.
Loaned by Manchester United, the 28-year-old striker wants to stay at Barcelona and has a release clause estimated at 30 million euros. But the amount is considered too high by the Catalan management, who will not spend a single cent on his transfer.
Barça wants another striker
The paradox of this announcement lies in Barça’s desire to still recruit an attacker. Always according to Sportthe dilemma is simple. Either the club keeps Marcus Rashford and signs a more affordable number nine, whose profile would be similar to that of Robert Lewandowski. Either he part ways with the England international and try to attract a big name like Julian Alvarez, the top priority.
It seems that the second option was favored. According to Mundo Deportivoa meeting took place with the Argentinian’s representatives on Wednesday evening. The player would like to leave Atlético Madrid and join FC Barcelona.
