During this week’s Copa del Rey action, excitement spread quickly across European football, and for readers following Bangla Cricket Live the spotlight fell on Barcelona as they secured another victory. Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, found the net again, taking his tally to seven goals for the season. Spanish outlet AS noted that his growing influence is making it increasingly difficult for the La Liga leaders to ignore the option of signing him permanently. Against Guadalajara, Rashford could easily have completed a hat trick if not for a series of outstanding saves by the opposing goalkeeper.
After that match, Rashford became the only player under Hansi Flick to score across La Liga, the Champions League, and the Copa del Rey this season. In 23 appearances, he has also delivered 11 assists, underlining his all-round impact. The 28-year-old earned praise from British media for a small but telling moment as well. While preparing to take a corner kick in a compact lower-league stadium with limited run-up space, he patiently helped a pitchside photographer move equipment to ensure play could restart smoothly. It was a gesture that reflected professionalism and awareness beyond pure numbers.
Barcelona have yet to confirm whether they will trigger the €30 million buyout clause agreed with Manchester United, but the reality is that Rashford’s form has shifted the conversation. He was not the club’s first-choice attacking target last summer, with sporting director Deco initially exploring moves for Luis Díaz or Nico Williams. When those deals fell through, Rashford arrived on loan after United agreed to cover part of the cost and the player accepted a 15 percent wage reduction to make the move happen.
Few expected such a sharp turnaround after his struggles in Manchester last season, yet Rashford has thrived at Camp Nou. Flick has expressed satisfaction with his contribution, while Rashford understands that the only way forward is to keep delivering on the pitch. Barcelona currently sit four points clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga and remain contenders in both the Champions League and Copa del Rey, giving the season real momentum that even Bangla Cricket Live followers have tracked closely.
Barcelona have outlined clear conditions for a permanent deal. Rashford is expected to commit more fully to defensive duties to suit Flick’s system, accept further salary adjustments, and assist the club in negotiating a lower transfer fee, ideally between €20 million and €25 million. Interest from Atlético Madrid adds pressure, and United are keen to sell, knowing the proceeds would be pure profit. As Bangla Cricket Live audiences have observed, the next few months will determine whether this revival becomes a lasting chapter.