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Goodbye, Rashford

There are breakups that no one wants, but are necessary for all parties to be freed.

ZNewsZNews22/07/2025

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Marcus Rashford and Manchester United are coming to an end. A star who grew up at Carrington, a son of Manchester, is now forced to leave the roof that nurtured him to find a new chapter in his career.


Why is it time to go?

No one doubts Rashford's talent. A player who is not of good enough quality certainly cannot catch the eye of Barcelona - the 2024/25 La Liga champions and the dream destination of many stars.

Rashford's decision to leave Old Trafford was not due to a decline in form or a broken relationship with Manchester United. In fact, the two still have respect and affection for each other, as people who have gone through ups and downs together still look back with appreciation.

The real reason lies in the fact that both Rashford and Manchester United need a fresh start. For Rashford, he needs an environment that helps him find inspiration and motivation again. For the “Red Devils”, especially under the reign of Ruben Amorim, keeping a star player who is no longer fully focused only increases pressure and disrupts the dressing room.

Barcelona will pay Rashford's entire £325,000-a-week wage - something few clubs can afford. While Manchester United would prefer to sell him outright for a big fee, a season-long loan is also a reasonable way out for everyone.

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Rashford is not just a player, he is also a symbol of the new generation at Manchester United.

Rashford is not just a player, he is a symbol of a new generation at Manchester United - a Manchester boy stepping into the light, carrying the hopes of millions of fans on his shoulders. But this shirt, this expectation, has become a burden.

Rashford's tears after the 2023/24 FA Cup final victory over Man City were said to be not of joy, but of relief. He faced not only the pressure of achievement but also the strict demands of being a "son of a family" - always having to be near perfect, not allowing for mistakes.

In truth, Rashford’s form was not bad: seven goals in 24 games before being benched was not a bad number. But in Manchester, things were always pushed to two extremes for him: either being hailed as a hero, or being criticized as a sinner. That harshness sapped Rashford’s energy and joy in football.

Bumpy Road

Rashford’s story last season was one of stumbles and mistakes. His exclusion from Amorim’s plans was not only due to his performance but also due to off-field issues – such as skipping training after two nights of partying earlier this year. Although he tried to return to serious training, the image of Rashford “no longer being himself” was ingrained in the coaching staff.

A loan spell at Aston Villa was a lifeline, with Rashford scoring four goals in 17 games and regaining some of his confidence. But for a player who was once Manchester United’s greatest source of pride, those numbers hardly make the board feel he is still worthy of the club’s long-term future.

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Rashford's story last season was a series of stumbles and mistakes.

Manchester United’s history is littered with lifelong names: Duncan Edwards, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Gary Neville… Rashford was once expected to continue that tradition. But modern football is no longer that simple. Pressure, constant changes in coaches, and the strict demands of a top-flight environment have forced both sides to choose a different path.

Rashford left Manchester United at the age of 27 - the ideal age to enter the peak of his career. Barcelona offered him the chance to write a new chapter, while freeing Manchester United from both financial and emotional burdens.

No one is sure if this is a permanent farewell. If Barcelona do not activate the buyout clause, Rashford could still return to Old Trafford. At that point, everything depends on his form and the changes in the club's dressing room. But whatever the future holds, this is the right decision at the moment.

Aubameyang - a mirror for Rashford to look at at Barcelona

Rashford's move to Barcelona comes as his Manchester United career comes to a quiet end. At 27, the English striker is expected to be reborn in the "Blaugrana" shirt, just like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang did three years ago.

In January 2022, Aubameyang was dropped from Arsenal’s plans by Mikel Arteta and joined Barca on a free transfer. It took just a few weeks for the Gabonese striker to prove his worth as a “bargain” contract: 24 games, 13 goals, including a classic double against Real Madrid right at the Bernabeu.

Not only helping Barca improve their attack, "Auba" also brought in 12 million euros when sold to Chelsea, becoming a profitable deal for both sides.

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Rashford has a lot to offer.

Rashford is also placed in a similar context. Barca loaned him for a nominal fee, with a buyout clause of only 30 million euros - a very "soft" number for a player of his class, who will turn 28 at the end of the season. Notably, Rashford also voluntarily reduced his salary by 25% to play for Barca, a move that shows his desire to start over.

Barca have put their faith in doubtful names. João Félix is an example. Although not as explosive as Aubameyang, the Portuguese striker still contributed 10 goals and 6 assists in 44 matches, becoming an effective rotation option for coach Xavi.

In the same 2023/24 season, “Blaugrana” also borrowed João Cancelo from Man City. Despite his impressive performance and being rated higher than Félix, Barca could not buy this defender due to the high price, so Cancelo had to find his way to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia.

Now, all eyes are on Rashford. Can he replicate the story of Aubameyang - from "extra" to shining star in Barca's shirt? The answer will come in the challenging season ahead.

After all, Rashford was once a symbol of Manchester United pride, and although he leaves, he will remain a part of the club's legacy. Perhaps the best thing for both of them now is for Rashford to leave - to find the freedom, joy and passion that made him famous.

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