E-Noticies, @FCBarcelona, @marcusrashford Sentenced, Marcus Rashford is better, he won't be a starter again, Flick is clear about it
Flick makes a decision that changes Barça's forward line after the latest European match and makes his offensive plan clear
Last season, Hansi Flick insisted on the need to strengthen Barça's attacking line with an elite winger. At first, Luis Díaz and Rafael Leao were the main favorites of the board to reinforce that position. However, since it was impossible to carry out those operations, Flick changed his mind and looked for a different profile.
It was then that the German coach identified Marcus Rashford as the ideal candidate for what his team needed. Deco quickly accepted that proposal and finalized the arrival of the English forward on loan. The deal includes a purchase option of €35 million ($35 million) for the summer of 2026.
Rashford convinces at Barça with decisive performances
The agreement is attractive because, if he performs well, Deco won't hesitate to activate that clause to keep him at Barça. Everything suggests that will happen, because his first matches have already made an immediate impact on the attacking play. The fans have enthusiastically welcomed a footballer capable of making a difference in any scenario.
The clearest example took place last Thursday against Newcastle in the Champions League. Marcus Rashford delivered a dazzling performance with two decisive goals that sealed a very valuable victory for Barça. In just a few minutes, he made it clear that he has the stature to lead the culé attack.
Roony Bardghji, the collateral victim
After witnessing Rashford's display in England, Hansi Flick was certain that his direct rival, Roony Bardghji, can't compete for the position. The young Swede arrived this summer for €2 million ($2 million) from Copenhagen. Despite some flashes of quality, the difference between the two is simply too great.
Rashford is much more complete, more decisive, and is used to the demands of big stages. Bardghji, on the other hand, needs time to grow and establish himself as a reliable alternative. That gap has led Flick to distribute minutes less evenly.
The conclusion is clear: Marcus Rashford will have much more prominence than Bardghji at Barça throughout the season. Hansi Flick considers him a key piece for the project, a footballer who can make the difference in the Champions League and LaLiga. If he keeps this level, the purchase option seems almost mandatory for the culé board.
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