Rashford accepts £190,000 weekly wage, permanent transfer to Barcelona confirmed! Manchester United refuses to lower price but agrees to installment payments.

Spanish media reports state that Barcelona has reached an agreement with Rashford and intends to make his move permanent in the upcoming summer transfer window. The 28-year-old Manchester United talent, on loan at Barcelona this season, has relished his experience in La Liga and desires to remain at Camp Nou long-term. Barcelona is currently topping La Liga, one point ahead of arch-rivals Real Madrid. Rashford, who has never won a league championship in his career, could finally realize that ambition this season.

Barcelona's mouthpiece "Sport" reports that the club has decided to activate the purchase option in the loan agreement. According to the loan terms, Barcelona can convert the loan into a permanent transfer for €30 million (£26 million) at the end of the season.

Reports note that Barcelona's management and Rashford's agent, his brother Dwaine Maynard, have been negotiating personal terms. Now, Rashford has agreed to a significant reduction from his £325,000 weekly salary, reaching an agreement with Barcelona, and he is satisfied with the deal. He is said to be offered a three-year contract with a weekly wage of £190,000.

To comply with La Liga's Financial Fair Play regulations, Barcelona has had to reduce its wage bill in recent seasons. However, Rashford's willingness to accept a lower salary and his on-field performances have prompted Barcelona to make the rare decision to sign him permanently. Rashford has made 34 appearances across all competitions, scoring 10 goals and providing 13 assists.

Barcelona attempted to negotiate with Manchester United to further lower the transfer fee but was firmly rejected by the Red Devils. Manchester United considers the €30 million price quite reasonable, even on the lower side. Ultimately, Barcelona chose to compromise, as signing a key England international at this price can be considered a "bargain."

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Barcelona is determined to sign Rashford. "Barcelona has been very clear with Rashford in recent weeks: 'We want you to stay, we are very happy with you.' That is the message from Barcelona and the stance of manager Hansi Flick. Rashford shares the same desire; he wants to remain at Camp Nou. Currently, Rashford and Barcelona are negotiating contract terms, and progress is very smooth. Barcelona is actively discussing salary terms to reach an agreement."

Regarding club-level negotiations, Romano explained: "After personal terms, there are negotiations between the clubs. Barcelona hoped to discuss the €30 million buyout clause, but Manchester United's position is very clear: 'We want the full amount; if you want Rashford, pay €30 million, or he won't join.'"

Now, Rashford's permanent transfer to Barcelona only depends on the La Liga club paying the transfer fee. Manchester United's stance is firm: €30 million in full or no deal, with no room for negotiation. However, Manchester United has agreed to allow Barcelona to pay in installments—€30 million over three years, with €10 million per year.

On this, Romano stated: "Barcelona is very optimistic about completing Rashford's permanent transfer in the summer window. The agreement with the player is almost entirely finalized, while Manchester United demands the full €30 million transfer fee."

Rashford is a product of Manchester United's youth academy, so any transfer fee received for him will be considered pure profit and can be directly used for summer signings. Additionally, removing his £325,000 weekly salary from the wage bill will free up approximately £16.25 million in annual salary space for the club.