Why Would FC Barcelona Want To Renew Marcus Rashford’s Loan?

BusinessSportsMoneyWhy Would FC Barcelona Want To Renew Marcus Rashford’s Loan?ByTom Sanderson,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Sanderson has been primarily based in Barcelona since 2019.Follow AuthorApr 28, 2026, 04:07pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Marcus Rashford could have his Barcelona loan extended by another 12 months.Getty ImagesFC Barcelona are pushing Manchester United for a second loan for Marcus Rashford according to SKY Germany’s Florian Plettenburg, who cited anonymous sources.The respected German reporter explained that talks are ongoing between the La Liga and Premier League giants. Barca don’t want to trigger Rashford’s €30 million buy option, and hope to secure both a second loan and a lower fee to make his stay permanent.In any case, it now looks like Rashford will stay in Catalonia and this has been approved by manager Hansi Flick. Why would FC Barcelona want to extend Marcus Rashford’s loan?Extending Rashford’s loan makes sense from a financial perspective. At present, Barca have intentions to sign Alessandro Bastoni, who will cost €50-60 million, while Julian Alvarez is a €200 million pipe dream that Atletico Madrid will be reluctant to let go.For a club still recovering from the economic crisis that almost blew it to oblivion after the pandemic, €30 million is still a considerable sum that can’t be parted with lightly. By saving it and only paying Rashford’s wages, Barca can pursue other avenues and maybe even shell out less for him a year from now if United accept.MORE FOR YOUOn the sporting side of things, Rashford has dropped off a little since his roaring start to life in Catalonia. It’s felt that he didn’t take advantage of opportunities afforded to him when Raphinha became injured, and missing a number of easy chances against Atletico Madrid in the 2-0 Champions League quarterfinal defea...