Marcus Rashford has officially joined Barcelona, marking a thrilling new chapter for the 27-year-old forward as he leaves Manchester United.
The football world is buzzing with excitement as Marcus Rashford, one of the most anticipated transfers of the summer, has officially joined Barcelona, marking a significant boost to their attacking lineup for the 2025-26 season.
On Monday, July 21, 2025, the Catalan giants confirmed the move, following successful medicals and the completion of all necessary paperwork, a deal initially teased by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano with his iconic “Here We Go!” declaration on July 19.
This transfer underscores Barcelona’s ambition to reclaim their dominance in La Liga and Europe under manager Hansi Flick’s guidance, as per the official FC Barcelona X page.
The dynamic 27-year-old forward has left Manchester United to embark on a new chapter, with his loan deal including a buy option valued at around €30-35 million.
Barcelona are covering a significant portion of his wages after Rashford agreed to a 25% salary reduction from his £325,000-a-week contract at United.
Having completed his medical at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, Rashford is set for an official presentation later this week, with fans eagerly awaiting his debut during the pre-season tour in Asia.
His arrival is seen as a strategic move to provide competition and depth, particularly for Raphinha on the left wing.
Rashford’s journey to Barcelona follows a challenging period at United, where he was deemed surplus to requirements by manager Rúben Amorim.
With 138 goals in 426 appearances for United, his experience and versatility are expected to thrive under Flick’s high-pressing system.
Barcelona’s financial constraints necessitated this loan structure, but the club’s management, including Deco and Joan Laporta, views Rashford as a key piece in their long-term vision.
As the Blaugrana prepare for their upcoming challenges, Rashford’s integration promises to ignite excitement among supporters worldwide, marking a pivotal moment on this historic day.
📞 “Sí… Es oficial.”
Rashford sigue los pasos de Lineker. pic.twitter.com/vFcCNwXN0d— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) July 23, 2025
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