Marcus Rashford ends Barcelona loan, returns to England

Marcus Rashford's time at FC Barcelona has concluded, with the English forward confirming his departure via social media on Thursday, July 30. Despite scoring 28 goals during his loan spell, the Catalan club opted not to exercise their purchase option.

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I am very grateful to everyone at the club for making my time here such a positive and memorable experience. I have enjoyed every moment and will take many special memories with me.

Rashford expressed his gratitude to the club, stating, "I am very grateful to everyone at the club for making my time here such a positive and memorable experience. I have enjoyed every moment and will take many special memories with me." He also wished Barcelona success in the upcoming season, during which he will play for Manchester United.

His former teammates, including Ferran Torres and Raphinha, sent messages of farewell and well wishes. Several other Barcelona players and the club itself also conveyed their affection and respect.

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I love you, brother.

Barcelona has prioritized signing other players, bringing in compatriot Anthony Gordon and German international Karim Adeyemi. Gordon, who joined from Newcastle, was announced in May before the 2026 World Cup, where he scored one goal and provided two assists. Adeyemi was signed a week before Rashford's departure. Rashford himself scored one goal and registered an assist during the World Cup, where England finished third.

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All the best.