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Barcelona Rejects Rashford Deal, United Welcomes Return

8/3/2026

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Barcelona rejected a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford, prompting his return to Manchester United.
He will report to United’s Carrington base in early August before the season opens at Hull City on Aug. 22.
Manchester United would ask up to €40 million for a permanent transfer but prefer not to sell him to an English rival.
Coach Hansi Flick said he will miss Rashford, who posted a farewell thanking staff and supporters.

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Barcelona rejected a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford, prompting his return to Manchester United.
He will report to United’s Carrington base in early August before the season opens at Hull City on Aug. 22.
Manchester United would ask up to €40 million for a permanent transfer but prefer not to sell him to an English rival.
Coach Hansi Flick said he will miss Rashford, who posted a farewell thanking staff and supporters.