Barcelona threatens not to buy Rashford even if the price is lowered! Manchester United prepares for his return, Carrick responds.

Manchester United's interim manager Carrick publicly stated that no decision has been made yet regarding the future of Rashford, who is loaned to Barcelona this season. Rashford has not played for the Red Devils since December 2024, but he may return to Carrington this summer.

Rashford was first loaned to Aston Villa for half a year after a fallout with Ruben Amorim, and then joined Barcelona this season. In his 43 appearances at Camp Nou, he contributed 12 goals and 10 assists. Barcelona can activate a €30 million buyout clause before June 15, but they are unwilling to do so and want to lower the fee. Manchester United refuses, leading to a stalemate.

Before Manchester United's match against Chelsea, manager Carrick was asked if Rashford still has a chance to play for the Red Devils again. "Some matters require timely decisions. Marcus (Rashford) is in such a situation," Carrick replied. "Currently, nothing is finalized. A decision will inevitably be made one day because matters must be resolved. But at this stage, everything remains uncertain."

Spanish transfer expert Matteo Moretto reported that Barcelona has issued a new threat, with sporting director Deco stating that even if Manchester United lowers the buyout fee, the club will not consider purchasing Rashford. This is seen as Barcelona's intention to extend the loan for another year and commit to a mandatory buyout in the summer of 2027.

The British "Daily Mail" reported that Barcelona and Manchester United will hold further negotiations before the World Cup to seek a solution satisfactory to all parties.

Rashford's future is still believed not to be at Old Trafford. Ben Jacobs said, "I would be truly surprised if Rashford actually returns to Manchester United. My understanding is that Rashford's future at Manchester United is over, with no room for discussion. The player side has reached a consensus, and now it's just negotiations between Manchester United and Barcelona."

Rashford could bring more options to Manchester United's left-wing attack, but before considering his return, the club's priority is to explore other possibilities in the transfer market. Especially considering Rashford's high weekly wage of £325,000, the cost of bringing him back would be too substantial.

This Saturday's opponent Chelsea includes England international Cole Palmer, who was once linked with a transfer to Old Trafford. But before the Red vs. Blue clash, this 23-year-old former Manchester City player stated he has no intention of leaving Chelsea and insisted that rumors about his transfer to Manchester United are absurd.

Palmer is openly a "childhood Manchester United dreamer," and British media claimed he might join Manchester United due to homesickness at Chelsea. But Palmer emphasized he has had no contact with Manchester United: "It's all just talk. Seeing these claims, I just find them amusing. Obviously, Manchester is indeed my home, my family is there, but that doesn't mean I'm homesick. If I don't go back for three months, maybe I'd miss it. But I can go back often, and at home, there's nothing particularly worth longing for!"

Palmer clearly stated: "I have no intention of leaving Chelsea. We have many goals this season, including the FA Cup semifinal against Leeds United. We also have a chance to compete for Champions League qualification, which would provide better conditions to attract the players we want. We have communicated with the owners, and they promised to bring in some players. If not agreed with the owners, Reece (James) wouldn't have renewed for six years. I've talked a lot with Reece, discussing what we need to do, which players we should sign, and how to handle various matters."