Barcelona Faces Cash Crunch as Key Star's Future Uncertain

Barcelona delay final call on 28-year-old forward as salary concern clouds transfer Barcelona’s permanent acquisition of Marcus Rashford is far more complicated than it may initially appear. While the framework of the deal is already in place, the club is deliberately holding back from making a final decision and it is not because of the transfer fee. As reported before, Barcelona have already done most of the groundwork required to bring the Manchester United forward to Camp Nou.

A non-mandatory purchase option worth €30 million has been agreed, structured across three instalments of €10 million. On top of that, personal terms with the player have also been settled, with a three-year contract ready to be activated . However, despite everything being lined up, the club have chosen not to rush into completing the deal.

What’s the problem? According to Mundo Deportivo , the main issue lies not in the transfer fee itself, which is considered manageable, but in the financial implications of Rashford’s salary. Barcelona remain cautious about how his wages would affect their already delicate financial fair play situation, making this a decision that requires careful evaluation rather than urgency.

Barcelona will wait until the end of the season. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) As things stand, the club want more evidence before committing. Barcelona are closely tracking Rashford’s performances during the decisive final stretch of the season.