Barcelona decides on Marcus Rashford transfer before June 15 deadline

Manchester United is awaiting confirmation from Barcelona on whether they will activate a £26 million clause to make Marcus Rashford's transfer permanent before the June 15 deadline. Speculation suggests that Barcelona may not pursue the deal, with no communication exchanged between the clubs. Rashford's future is complicated by his lucrative contract, which runs until 2028, as United is not open to renegotiations. Even if the deadline passes, Rashford is entitled to three weeks off post-World Cup, potentially allowing further time to resolve his situation, including the possibility of a different deal with Barcelona.

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