FC Barcelona is qualified for the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Held in check last week by Newcastle, the Catalan club finally broke the English barrier this Wednesday evening. After a tight first act (3-2 at the break for Barça), Hansi Flick’s flock enjoyed returning from the locker room. Final score: 7 goals to 2 (8-3 in the double confrontation) and a guaranteed place for the quarters where the Culers will challenge Atlético de Madrid.
Substitute against the Magpies, Marcus Rashford did not participate in the party. However, the striker on loan from Manchester United has been convincing since his arrival in Catalonia. Author of 10 goals and 13 assists in 38 appearances in all competitions, the 1m85 right-hander offers a luxury alternative to the Barcelona technician. A return logically encouraging the Catalan management to keep it.
Barça wants a new loan
With this in mind and according to the latest information from Daily MailFC Barcelona has also made a new request to the Red Devils. Still faced with limited finances, the current La Liga leader cannot afford to pay the 30 million euros demanded by the English club. Therefore, the British daily claims that the Barça side would have offered a new alternative to the Mancunians.
Indeed, Barça would like to obtain a new loan next season, accompanied by a purchase obligation, thus allowing the club to take charge of part of these 30 million euros. If the Blaugrana are confident in this matter, it remains to be seen what Manchester United’s position is. One thing is certain, Joan Laporta, who has just won the presidential election, is more determined than ever to see Rashford continue the adventure in the Barcelona jersey.
