FC Bayern wants to strengthen its offensive after loan player Nicolas Jackson returned to Chelsea. Since signing Anthony Gordon would ultimately have been too expensive, the focus is now apparently on another superstar.
England international and World Cup winner Marcus Rashford is the next top player to be linked with a move to Bayern. The portal “The i Paper” reports that the people of Munich are following the 28-year-old’s situation very closely and are thinking about signing him. Whether there will ultimately be a successful conclusion remains to be seen.
Rashford is returning to Manchester United after a very successful loan spell at FC Barcelona. The left winger is under contract there until 2028. Barca has a purchase option worth 30 million euros, which can be drawn until June 15th. According to the report, head coach Hansi Flick, sports director Deco, president Joan Laporta and even the player himself are said to be in favor of staying.
From the Spaniards’ point of view, the problem is not only the transfer fee but also the salary to be paid, which is currently said to be around 400,000 euros per week (!).
Barca wants to reduce the transfer fee, other clubs are interested
It is said that Manchester United would like to sell the Englishman again and free up their budget for other players. However, they are not willing to grant a discount on the transfer fee at this point in time. FC Barcelona, who recently put up to 80 million euros on the table for Anthony Gordon, do not want to pay more than around 17 million euros, according to “The i Paper”.
Although staying at Barca seems uncertain, the Red Devils are convinced that they will get Rashford off their payroll next season. This is also because FC Bayern, among others, is said to have expressed interest. Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur are also mentioned as possible addresses for Rashford.
FC Bayern is looking for offensive backup
Since no offer has been received for the left winger yet, Man United are apparently thinking in all directions. In addition to a sale, a loan is also possible.
Before moving to Barca, where he contributed 28 direct goals in 49 competitive games, he already played on loan for Aston Villa in the second half of the 2024/25 season.
Meanwhile, “Sport Bild” reported in its Wednesday edition that the tendency at FC Bayern after the failed Gordon transfer was not to sign a top star for the attack. Candidates like Mika Godts (Ajax) or Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) are more likely to be discussed.