Barcelona’s quest to sign a dynamic English forward has hit a snag as Inter Milan enters the fray, intensifying the competition
Barcelona is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window, with a focus on bringing in somebody to boost their attacking options and take the pressure off their star forwards.
The Catalans want to strengthen their squad depth, especially to support their attacking trio.
As the club searches for a new forward, they realize they’re competing against Serie A giants Inter Milan, creating a potentially lively transfer saga.
The player in question is Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford, as per Diario Sport.
The English forward spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa and had found his scoring touch toward the end of the season.
He returned to Old Trafford, but stated that he wants to try something new, making him a good candidate for Barcelona.
The La Liga club has long admired the 27-year-old, exploring the possibility of bringing him in on loan.
Rashford’s ability to play in multiple positions in the attack and overall pace are exactly what Barcelona is looking for.
Inter Milan, on the other hand, considers itself a serious contender in this transfer battle.
After a disappointing end to the season, the Nerazzurri want to inject fresh blood into their squad, and they see Rashford as a central piece.
They are also said to be considering either a cut-price permanent transfer or long-term loan, which is putting pressure on Barcelona’s ambitions.
Rashford has previously expressed interest in being a Barcelona player, however, Inter’s involvement potentially clouds the issue.
To add a layer of confusion, Barcelona is also considering Luis Diaz from Liverpool, which is diluting their interest.
Manchester United’s €40 million valuation of Rashford may be a bit too rich for Barcelona’s potential finances, but Inter’s financial firepower might make it less of a stumbling block.
As the transfer season heats up, this high-profile project is sure to keep fans excited over the next few weeks.
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