MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 21: Fan waves Manchester United flag prior to the Premier League match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on May 21, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dave Thompson/Getty Images)
Manchester United have no intention of lowering their asking price for Marcus Rashford, despite Barcelona’s desire to negotiate a discount. The two clubs are currently at odds over the transfer terms, as the Catalan giants are keen to keep the English forward on a permanent deal following his loan spell.
€30 Million – Not a Cent Less
Rashford joined Barcelona on loan this season from Manchester United after falling out with then-manager Ruben Amorim. The loan agreement included a €30 million purchase option that Barcelona can activate at the end of the campaign.
However, the financially strained Spanish club is reportedly hoping to renegotiate the fee and secure a lower price. Barcelona have been operating under strict La Liga financial regulations in recent years, leaving them with limited flexibility in the transfer market.
According to Sky Sports, Manchester United have made their stance clear: the agreement stands as it is. In England, the €30 million valuation is considered reasonable—if not a bargain—for a player who has previously been one of the team’s most decisive attacking threats.
Rashford’s Future Hangs in the Balance
Much will depend on how strongly Barcelona push to secure the deal—and whether Rashford himself is willing to influence the move.
From United’s perspective, the situation is straightforward:
- €30 million is already a competitive price
- Rashford still holds significant market value
- There is no need to revise the agreed terms
From Barcelona’s side, every million matters as the club continues its financial restructuring.
Who Blinks First?
The transfer saga could drag on into the summer. If Barcelona decide not to activate the option at the agreed price, Manchester United could offer Rashford to other clubs—potentially even driving the fee higher.
One thing is clear: United are not prepared to sell on the cheap.
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