The Athletic network reported a significant development regarding the future of English striker Marcus Rashford at Barcelona, despite the impressive performances he has delivered this season.

According to the report, the most likely scenario now is Rashford's departure from the Catalan team at the end of the loan period, noting that the club has an option to purchase the player permanently in the contract.

Rashford joined Barcelona last summer on loan from Manchester United until the end of the current season, with a purchase option in the contract valued at 30 million euros.

Despite the player's good performance and his clear impact on the team's attacking line under Hans Flick's leadership, the sports management at Barcelona seems more inclined not to activate the purchase option.

This is due to Rashford's high salary compared to the club's current wage structure, as well as the severe financial challenges facing Barcelona, which make the deal less realistic in the near term.