‘I feel like I’m at home’ – Rashford joins Barcelona
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Marcus Rashford begins a new chapter with Barcelona, calling the club a "dream" destination.
Marcus Rashford Says Barcelona “Feels Like Home” After Loan Move from Manchester United
A Fresh Start in Spain
Marcus Rashford has joined FC Barcelona on a season-long loan from Manchester United, describing the move as a dream come true and declaring, “I feel like I’m at home.” The 27-year-old England international moves to La Liga with the potential for a permanent transfer in 2026 for £30.3 million (35 million euros).
Making History with the Catalan Giants
Rashford becomes the first English player to sign for Barcelona since Gary Lineker in 1986. He joins a team that won the domestic double last season and is looking to make a deeper run in the Champions League. The forward trained with his new teammates on Tuesday and is set to travel to Japan for the club’s pre-season tour.
Rashford on Why He Chose Barça
Speaking to Barcelona’s YouTube channel, Rashford said: “What the club stands for means a lot to me. It’s a family club, a place where good players showcase their skills. That’s why I’m here. The conversations I had with [Hansi Flick] were very positive. What he did with such a young squad last season was incredible. I want to learn the Barcelona way and help the team go further.”
A Significant Pay Cut
Barcelona will cover all of Rashford’s wages for the duration of the loan, with Rashford reportedly accepting a significant pay cut. The move helps ease financial strain on Manchester United, saving them up to £15 million over the next year.
A Troubled Exit from Manchester United
Rashford’s departure marks the end of a long and often turbulent chapter at Old Trafford. Despite being a product of United’s academy and scoring 138 goals in 426 appearances, his form plummeted following a 30-goal 2022–23 season. The forward struggled under successive managers and was dropped multiple times for off-field disciplinary issues.
Breakdown Under Amorim
Rashford’s relationship with current manager Ruben Amorim reached a breaking point when he was dropped for the Manchester Derby last December. Amorim criticized his work ethic, implying he’d prefer to name a 63-year-old goalkeeping coach on the bench rather than a player not giving maximum effort. Rashford was later loaned to Aston Villa, where he had flashes of brilliance but failed to fully regain his form.
A New Chapter at Camp Nou
Now, Rashford is eager to begin anew. “I want to win the biggest trophies. Barcelona is the perfect place,” he said at his official unveiling. “They were close last season, and I believe this year we can go all the way. It’s a historic club known for winning, and I’m here to help make that happen. It’s a dream of mine.”
A Farewell with Respect
Despite his struggles, Rashford offered no bitterness toward Manchester United. “They are in a period of change. I was grateful for the opportunity, and I hope they are successful in the future,” he said. “United is part of my life story.”
Looking Ahead
Barcelona fans will be eager to see how Rashford fits into Hansi Flick’s high-energy, possession-based system. The club sees him as an experienced addition who can contribute immediately. Rashford, now away from the intense scrutiny of the Premier League, has the chance to reset and prove himself on one of football’s biggest stages.
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