Marcus Rashford remains in Barcelona: sources denied information about early return.

According to The Sun: In February, no return of Marcus Rashford to Manchester United is expected, according to information from sources close to the player.

The forward was loaned to the La Liga champions in the summer.

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The 27-year-old Rashford was thrilled at the opportunity to realize his dream, but shocking news from Spain indicates possible difficulties.

The Spanish publication El Nacional reported that Barcelona is considering the option of terminating his loan early.

According to information, the Nou Camp management is dissatisfied with his performances in La Liga after three matches.

However, this fact was firmly denied by sources close to Rashford.

It is known that Barcelona and coach Hansi Flick still support the English player's initiatives.

Barcelona has the option to make Rashford's loan permanent for £30 million.

This season, he has played three matches but has yet to score a goal or provide an assist.

Most of his playing time has been as a substitute.

Field performances

Rashford started only in the match against Levante at the Ciutat stadium in Valencia.

Flick took him off at half-time when Barcelona was losing 0:2.

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The team managed to snatch victory in the match thanks to an impressive performance in the second half, when Pedri and Ferran Torres scored goals, and eventually an own goal by Unai Elgezabal.

Despite this, Rashford managed to convince England national team coach Thomas Tuchel to call him up for qualifying matches for the World Cup against Andorra and Serbia.

He started in the winning match against Andorra (2:0) and showed impressive moments in the first half.

Tuchel noted after the game that Rashford is making efforts to achieve success.

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He said:

“For me, he is clearly a left winger. That’s where we played him today. He had the freedom to move a bit inside, not just to play against the fifth defender of the three defenders, but perhaps to play more inside against the third.”

 

“I think the right flank was more active and found positions better. So, I think it was harder for him today.”

 

“In training during the week, he showed excellent results, and it was clear that we wanted him to start, as he trained well on the left flank.”

 

“I see that he is trying. For me, that is the most important thing - to stay positive and train with the right mindset and a smile.”

 

“He has a bit of problems with metrics and ‘impressive’ performances in the England shirt.”

Considering the situation with Rashford, it is important to note that his performances in Barcelona are currently unimpressive, but coach Hansi Flick and the club still believe in his potential. Meanwhile, Rashford's relationship with the England national team coach also remains positive, which may indicate his further growth in his career. Let’s keep an eye on the developments in Spain and potential changes in the career of this talented player.