How Marcus Rashford and his camp truly feel about his loan switch from Manchester United to Barcelona

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TBR Football understands Marcus Rashford is excited at the prospect of leaving Manchester United for Barcelona.

The 27-year-old left Manchester United on 2 February last season to join Aston Villa on loan for the remainder of the campaign after finding himself on the fringes at Old Trafford.

Rashford registered two goals and four assists in 14 appearances across all competitions, showing flashes of his undoubted quality. However, it wasn’t enough to convince Unai Emery to activate the £40m option to buy.

Now, the English winger is Spain-bound. Barcelona have struck a loan deal with Rashford, and the 27-year-old is ecstatic with the outcome.

Exclusive: Marcus Rashford is delighted with Barcelona move

TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey has confirmed Rashford is “delighted” with the prospect of moving to La Liga.

Bailey said: “Rashford’s camp are delighted with how the situation has panned out. They made it clear as soon as his deal with Aston Villa came to an end last season that the only move he wanted was Barcelona.

“Some thought Rashford’s stance was almost somewhat fanciful, but I am told that it was actually very well placed given constant communication with sporting director Deco.

“Even Barca head coach Hansi Flick had talks with Rashford, including earlier this week – at which point the German outlined his desire to see a deal completed ASAP.

“Barca and Rashford really do think this is a great fit.”

Marcus Rashford can revive his career at Barcelona

Rashford wanted Barcelona, and he got his wish. The winger will soon be unveiled as a Barca player after agreeing to take a pay cut to facilitate a move to Camp Nou.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe will likely be pleased overall, as the Manchester United owner has shifted Rashford’s hefty wages off the books, which in turn will give the club further wiggle room to proceed with the rebuild.

However, the move could carry long-term risk. The reported £26 million purchase option in the loan deal represents incredible value for money should Rashford hit the ground running in Barcelona.

Their sale of Rashford represents long-term sacrifice for short-term gain. Still, if Ratcliffe wants to arm Amorim with a squad capable of challenging for a European finish in the upcoming season, he must learn to sanction big-money sales for his unwanted stars.