Overview

• The Athletic reported Marcus Rashford was left out of Barcelona’s starting XI against Getafe after arriving late to training on match day.
• Hansi Flick publicly framed the decision as minutes management, saying matches come every three or four days and rotation is normal.
• Rashford replaced Raphinha at half-time and assisted Dani Olmo 17 minutes later in Barcelona’s 3-0 win.
• Media report Barcelona hold a buy option of about £26m, while other reports suggest Manchester United value Rashford closer to £35m, leaving his future unresolved.
• At Old Trafford, Amorim praised Jose Mourinho and reiterated he is focused only on United, as Phil Jones said Kobbie Mainoo could seek a loan if his minutes remain limited.