Sources: Rashford close to Barcelona loan move
Briefly

Marcus Rashford is nearing a season-long loan to Barcelona after Manchester United approved talks. The forward has not been part of the first-team plans under coach Ruben Amorim and trained away from the squad. His previous six-month loan to Aston Villa was unsuccessful. Barcelona has shifted focus to Rashford after missing out on other targets. Rashford has three years left on his contract with United and has a notable scoring record, but he has not played since December, further indicating his diminished role at the club.
Marcus Rashford is negotiating a potential season-long loan move to Barcelona after Manchester United allows him to open talks. Rashford's future at United has been uncertain since he doesn't fit into head coach Ruben Amorim's plans.
Despite a prior loan to Aston Villa failing to secure a permanent transfer, Rashford prefers a move to Barcelona, who have been seeking to fill gaps left by unsuccessful transfer pursuits.
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