Marcus Rashford's transfer to Barcelona was marked by an understated announcement, lacking grand fanfare. Arriving on a loan, he expressed gratitude and indicated he enjoyed football again after difficult seasons at Manchester United. His time at Aston Villa under Unai Emery had transformed his perception of the game. Despite earlier transfer issues in January, he was willing to wait for the opportunity to play for Barca. His performance against Paris St-Germain highlighted his electric potential and capability for brilliance.
"There wasn't a sense of a superstar arriving. But I think people will be surprised," said a source close to the deal.
Rashford landed quietly with a little video of him talking to someone in a red telephone kiosk. "It's official," he says. And the obligatory "Visca el Barca".
His performance against Paris St-Germain in their Champions League quarter-final was a reminder of who he is: electric, intelligent, capable of brilliance in a moment.
His form dipped. Injuries, noise, expectation took its toll. But something shifted at Villa. He is enjoying the game again. Enjoying life again.
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