Overview

• Reports in Spain say Barcelona will try to retain Rashford by negotiating below the ~€30m (£26.2m) option or by arranging a second loan next season.
• Deco has confirmed the buy clause is optional with no penalty for declining it, and Barcelona are currently satisfied with Rashford's impact.
• Rashford has produced three goals and five assists in 10 appearances under Hansi Flick, strengthening the case for an extended stay.
• Manchester United are reported to have little intention of reintegrating Rashford despite his form, with the player focused on remaining in Barcelona.
• Market signals are mixed, with Transfermarkt listing Rashford at about £34.7m while a Barcelona source cited by the Mirror describes the £26.2m option as a bargain.