Marcus Rashford 's departure to FC Barcelona marked one of the biggest moves of this summer transfer window. After a decade at Manchester United, a club where he had experienced everything from great prospect to attacking leader, the English striker decided to seek out a new challenge away from England. Barcelona was able to attract the player thanks to his sporting project and the promise of a central role in the Blaugrana attack, even though the deal came in the form of a loan with an option. His arrival generated high expectations in Catalonia, both due to his recognized talent and the idea that Rashford could embody the new energy Barça needed. His first few weeks have been marked by a mixture of adaptation and enthusiasm: gradually integrated by the coach, he has already shown flashes of his speed, his deep runs, and his ability to create danger. While his benchmarks still need to be consolidated, his debut has suggested significant room for improvement and the potential for immediate impact in a rebuilding attack.
In a long interview with the Catalan newspaper SPORT , Marcus Rashford gave his first impressions after more than a month as a FC Barcelona player: “ Everything is new and very good. I'm still adapting, but yes, it's a beautiful city. I'm enjoying my time here with enthusiasm. It just means that when you wake up, you feel that excitement to start the day. It's a feeling that's hard to explain. But you know when you feel it and when you don't. You never really know, but from the beginning, I felt comfortable. On the pitch, of course, I'll learn more with every game. But the starting point is very good. The more games there are, the more I'll learn. Barça is the perfect place to enjoy football and learn .”
A new adventure full of determination
Asked what this move to Catalonia means for his career, he emphasizes the importance of the challenge and the need to be present every day: " Every moment of a career is crucial. For me, it's a new challenge. I'm here because that's what I want. My goal is to win. I also think that in an institution as historic as this, all the footballers only play a small role. It would be great for me to be able to contribute to this story. But, as you say, for now it's a loan, so I have to take things day by day, do my best and enjoy the journey ," he then told our Catalan colleagues. A statement about his future already full of motivation.
Against Mallorca this weekend, the England international started on the bench, which didn't stop the former Red Devil from enjoying himself while watching. " It was good, it was a new experience, but a nice one. But the more I play in this league, the better I'll be. And it was also good to start the season with a win. It's true that the game was strange, with two red cards. But it was important to win. I think the process is easier now because we're already playing games, so we're not as dependent on help from others, because we're all focused on winning. It's simple, you know? We're here to train, to have fun, and to win, so yeah, those are the goals, and I'm just trying to improve every day ." Finally, regarding his first matches and his adaptation on the pitch, the striker emphasizes progression throughout the games and the importance of contributing to the team, regardless of your position.
“ It’s new for me, but the goal remains the same: to win the game. It doesn’t matter how we do it, as long as we win the game and get the three points. Yes, it’s a little more difficult because we don’t get into the rhythm of the game. Of course, there are small changes, small differences to be made, but I’m confident in my ability to adapt. And at the end of the day, if I enjoy playing football, I’ll continue. I can play in both positions, but in the end, what matters is helping to score and provide assists. I don’t care what position I play in. I think the players around me are very good and make good passes, so if I make good runs at the right time, I can still create and score goals .” At Barcelona, Marcus Rashford gives the feeling of having opened a bright moment in his career. With his smile back, his desire intact and the promise of a new start: everything suggests that his Blaugrana adventure is only just beginning.
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