Barcelona's sporting director Deco held a meeting with Rashford’s agent Arturo Canales and agency colleague Kostas Theoharides on Monday. The discussion aimed to lay groundwork for a permanent transfer of the 28‑year‑old forward from Manchester United, who impressed during his loan spell.
Barcelona wants to secure Rashford but seeks to lower the €30 million purchase option agreed last summer. Manchester United has stated the fee is fixed, while Barcelona also faces wage constraints that could force a salary cut for the player.