Some didn't believe it. Others thought it was a brilliant move for both the player and FC Barcelona . And as the first half of the season draws to a close, it's clear that the optimists were right. After several somewhat difficult seasons in England, Marcus Rashford has managed to revive his stagnant career and quickly settled in perfectly at Barcelona. He boasts impressive statistics – 7 goals and 8 assists in 24 appearances across all competitions – and has adapted seamlessly to Hansi Flick's style of play.
The Catalan press also mentions a player who is very popular in the dressing room and who, despite the language and cultural barriers, clearly doesn't mind being the only Briton on the team. On loan with a €30 million option to buy, he will force the club's management to make a tough decision this summer. According to the latest reports, the board is hesitating , with some members wanting to pay to keep the player, and others still undecided. But what is certain is that the player himself has already made up his mind, as he revealed in an interview with Sport .
Rashford does not hesitate
“It’s clear, what I want is to stay at Barça. That’s the ultimate goal, but it’s not the reason why I train hard and give my best. The goal is to win. Barça is a fantastic, huge club, built to win titles ,” the Three Lions striker explained, confirming his desire to stay but prioritizing collective success over his own.
“There’s pressure here, but it’s not negative pressure; it’s the kind of pressure you want as a player. I want it, and I always have. I can’t be somewhere where there aren’t high expectations. For me, it’s harder to stay motivated and give my best at a club where the demands aren’t at their highest. I’m in the perfect place and the perfect environment to continue my career, so I try to give my best every day to help the team win. We’ll see what happens this summer ,” the Englishman concluded. The message is clear.
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