Recent developments from La Liga giants Barcelona are reportedly causing concern for Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford. This comes as confirmation that Barcelona is actively pursuing a deal for Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva, who is set to depart the club.
The Catalan club has had a busy week. Following a significant acquisition from Newcastle United for Anthony Gordon, their focus has now shifted back to securing Julián Álvarez from Atlético Madrid.
🚨🔵🔴 Barcelona are preparing first official bid for Julián Álvarez, to be sent soon — and without any players included.
Julián informed Atléti of desire to leave after rejecting a new deal months ago.
❗ After direct meeting with agent & intermediaries, Barça will send a bid. pic.twitter.com/HNghMCJPy8
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 28, 2026
However, Barcelona’s transfer activity is far from complete. Reports from various outlets on Thursday evening indicate that Barcelona has emerged as the frontrunner to sign free agent Bernardo Silva.
In recent hours, “significant progress” has allegedly been made towards an agreement between the involved parties. These developments are viewed as unfavorable news for Marcus Rashford, a key player for Hansi Flick’s team this past season.
According to Barcelona insider Carlos Monfort of Diario Sport, the club is facing a choice: “It’s Rashford or Bernardo, one of the two.”
If Barcelona proceeds with signing Bernardo Silva in the coming days, it would likely mean that Marcus Rashford would have to continue his career back at Manchester United.
