Marcus Rashford: Contract terms revealed as Barcelona near loan deal for Manchester United wantaway
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Reuters
25 minutes ago
- Reuters
'It feels like home': Rashford joins Barcelona on loan from Man United
July 23 (Reuters) - England forward Marcus Rashford said Barcelona was a club where "dreams come true" as he joined the LaLiga champions on Wednesday on a season-long loan from Manchester United with an option to buy. Media reports said that Barcelona would cover Rashford's wages this season after the player accepted a pay cut, with the option to buy set at around 30 million euros ($35.25 million) for the 27-year-old. "Very excited. I think it's a club where people's dreams come true. They win big prizes. And what the club stands for really means a lot to me as well. So it feels like I am at home," Rashford told reporters following his unveiling. "Another factor is because the conversations I had with the manager (Hansi Flick) were positive. What he did last season was terrific. "To lead such a young team to a very successful season and come back to pre-season and still want to do more, it shows me everything I thought I knew about the club and it's everything I wished." Once seen as a club icon and homegrown star, Rashford had a dramatic fall from grace at United, marked by a falling out with manager Ruben Amorim that paved the way for him to move to Aston Villa on loan in February. "(Manchester United) is in a period of change and they have been for a while. I don't have anything bad to say as it has been an important part not just of my career but my life, so I was grateful for the opportunity," he added. "But like life not everything goes as simple as you thought and this is my next chapter and I'm fully focused on improving myself and helping the team win trophies." Barcelona said Rashford had signed his contract earlier in the afternoon. "Rashford can play anywhere in attack. Right footed, he can take players on and is an excellent finisher, talents he can now show in a Barca shirt," the club said in a statement. The move came after Manchester-born Rashford, who made 426 senior appearances and scored 138 goals for United in all competitions, fell out of favour with Amorim, who called his workrate into question. Rashford, who won two FA Cups, two League Cups and a Europa League title with United, joined Aston Villa on loan after Amorim said he would rather put a goalkeeper coach on the bench than a player not giving their all. United issued a statement wishing Rashford well as they announced the deal with Barcelona. "Everyone at Manchester United wishes Marcus good luck for the season," the club said. The forward, who has scored 17 goals for England in 62 appearances, said he was feeling fitter and better after joining Villa, where he netted two goals in 10 league games, while United had their worst-ever Premier League campaign, finishing 15th in the standings. Rashford said he had wanted to move to Barca during the mid-season transfer window when he joined Villa. "I was clear on my preference (to join Barcelona) from the beginning. Actually from maybe in January. It didn't work out in January so I went to Villa and enjoyed a good period there," he said. "It was time to make another decision. My choice was easy. (Barcelona) is a family club, something I'm used to from my past. It feels like home." Barcelona are set to play three pre-season friendlies in Japan and South Korea starting on July 27. ($1 = 0.8511 euros)
Scottish Sun
26 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Marcus Rashford's possible Barcelona debut CANCELLED over ‘serious breach of contract' as release 101-word statement
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARCUS RASHFORD'S potential Barcelona debut has been CANCELLED. The Manchester United academy graduate's loan transfer to the La Liga giants was confirmed on Wednesday evening. 6 Marcus Rashford was announced as a new Barcelona signing Credit: AFP 6 But his expected debut has been delayed after a 'serious contractual breach' Credit: Reuters 6 Barcelona will now not play a fixture in Japan scheduled for this Sunday Credit: Getty 6 Rashford will wear the No14 at Barcelona Credit: Reuters The 27-year-old is expected to link up with Hansi Flick's squad in the coming days after they jetted off to Asia for their pre-season tour. Their first game had been due to take place in Japan against Vissel Kobe this Sunday. However, the club have now revealed in a statement that they have cancelled their trip there due to "serious contractual breaches" by organisers. A statement released shortly after the announcement of Rashford said: "Barcelona announces that it has been obliged to suspend its participation in the game scheduled for next Sunday in Japan due to serious contractual breaches on behalf of the promoter. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Gotta be kitting Fans baffled at bizarre kit quirk during Lionesses semi-final with Italy "Nevertheless, the club will consider readjusting the leg of the summer tour in South Korea, where two games are scheduled against FC Seoul (31 July) and Daegu FC (4 August), if certain conditions are met by the promotor. "If these conditions are met, then the Club will travel to South Korea in the coming days. "FC Barcelona regrets this incident and the impact it will have on the many, many Barça fans in Japan." While the move will mean fans hoping to get a first look at Rashford in Barca colours on the pitch will have to wait four more days, it will give the attacker more time to gel with his team-mates on the training ground. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Rashford - who will wear the No14 shirt during his loan spell - said he was "very excited" to join the club, adding it felt "like home" already. He also highlighted the hunger of the team and head coach Hansi Flick to win titles, while also reserving special praise for wonderkid Lamine Yamal. Barcelona announce loan signing of Man Utd forward Marcus Rashford The England international told reporters in attendance at a press conference streamed live on Barcelona's YouTube channel: "He's (Yamal) a special talent. "For me, last season he was one of the best players in the world, if not the best. It's exciting. "Everyone in the sport wants to play with the best, and there's a lot of talent in this squad. "I've seen that over the past few days. I'm happy and eager to play with them. Maybe I can help them, and they can help me. It's going to be exciting." Rashford's first competitive game for Barcelona is set to come in La Liga against Mallorca on August 16. Barcelona are understood to be paying 100 per cent of Rashford's whopping £325,000-a-week wages - which he's unlikely to get should he permanently move to the Nou Camp in 2026. Taking Rashford on an initial temporary basis - with a £26million buy option included - helps Barca as they continue to navigate a difficult financial situation, with the player also eager to secure a place in the England squad for the 2026 World Cup. The deal does not allow United to recall the forward and a permanent switch will see Rashford end his 20-year association with United. The Red Devils will save £15MILLION in wages over the next year, which could provide Amorim with vital funds to overhaul his squad. Joining Barcelona has been Rashford's No1 option since he declared in December that he was ready for a new challenge after being iced out by Amorim. He will be the first England international to wear Barcelona colours since Gary Lineker, who played there between for three years between 1986 and 1989. 6 6 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
South Wales Argus
30 minutes ago
- South Wales Argus
Tennis ace Carlos Alcaraz surprises Madrid runners after Wimbledon
The Spanish ace, 22, lost in a thrilling Wimbledon final against Jannik Sinner earlier this month to end his title defence after lifting the famous trophy in both 2023 and 2024. Alcaraz is a five-time Grand Slam champion having also won the French Open twice and US Open back in 2022. A couple of weeks on from Wimbledon, the world No.2 surprised runners - including many Brits - by taking part in a 5k run through Madrid's largest park, Casa de Campo. In his first public appearance as GetPRO's Chief Progress Officer, Alcaraz appeared in a pop-up office within the park, to cheer on runners and celebrate their progress as they crossed the finish line, including shouting his signature 'Vamos!'. Alcaraz, who's fresh off another impressive season of tennis, said: 'Cheering the runners on and seeing their determination and energy up close reminded me how powerful a progress mindset can be. 'Whether it was someone's first 5K or their hundredth, every runner out there was chasing their own version of growth, and that's what this is all about..' After the run, Carlos handed out mementos to mark their achievements, along with a range of GetPRO's high-protein snacks. From Grand Slam glory to grassroots grit, Alcaraz continues to prove that progress isn't just about podiums. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just getting started, the message is simple: progress is personal, and worth celebrating.
