However, doubts persist over his complete adaptability in Hansi Flick's setup due to concerns about his off-the-ball work and pressing intensity, while his salary could also become an issue in case of a permanent move. As such, the journalist states that there are voices within the club not convinced about activating the €30 million buy option for Rashford.
Hansi Flick has reportedly requested FC Barcelona to strengthen the squad with three new signings in the summer of 2026 - a striker, a centre-back, and a winger. While the possibility of signing Marcus Rashford permanently remains, a decision will be made at the end of the season, based on how he performs for the rest of the campaign. Meanwhile, Barcelona will continue to monitor the market for targets, with the Bundesliga seemingly emerging as an attractive market for the Catalans.
New Zealand capitalised and jumped into an unexpected lead when Francis de Vries swung in a deep free-kick, which was headed into the corridor of uncertainty by Tim Payne. It travelled across the penalty area and was tapped in at the back post by a sliding Finn Surman, gifting the All Whites a slender advantage in added time at the end of the first half.
