Overview
- Flick told reporters Rashford must “give your all” and “defend the colors,” noting transfer decisions must be managed in the club’s current situation.
- Barcelona have discussed a permanent move with Rashford’s camp after Deco met his representatives in Saudi Arabia, with the club exploring a fee below the €30m option.
- Rashford has 7 goals and 11 assists in 28 appearances this season, yet his output has dipped and he has struggled for starts since Raphinha’s return to form.
- He played just 32 minutes across Barcelona’s Supercopa triumph, as Raphinha delivered multiple goals and assists and was preferred in wide roles with Lamine Yamal.
- Spanish pundits criticized Rashford’s recent displays, while Gary Lineker said breaking into Barça’s strongest XI will be difficult though he expects Rashford to remain involved.