BARCELONA have held talks with Newcastle over a deal for Anthony Gordon.
The winger is also a target for and this summer, while Liverpool hold a historic interest in the former Everton man.
Barcelona are interested in bringing Anthony Gordon to the Nou Camp Credit: Getty
Barca have a £26million option to make Rashford a permanent signing Credit: Getty
Barca sporting director Deco has met with Newcastle bosses, with Gordon keen to leave St. James’ Park this summer.
Newcastle value at more than £80million, though both Bayern and are seeking to negotiate a lower fee.
There have been concerns over whether the Spanish champions would be able to afford any deal for Gordon.
has spent the last season on loan at the Nou Camp, with 14 goals and 14 assists in 49 appearances.
Rashford’s loan deal from included a £26m option to buy, however the Spanish champions have been attempting to negotiate that figure down.
United have shown little willingness to accept a lower fee and some close to the deal believe another year on loan is the most likely outcome if he is to stay. Rashford is not expected to feature in ‘s plans next season.
Rashford’s representatives have already met with Deco to discuss his future.
Speaking after sealing the LaLiga title with ‘s side, the England international confirmed his dream was to stay with the club.
Rashford said his dream is to stay at the club Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
He said: “I am not a magician, but if I was, I would stay. We will see.
“I came here to win. I want to win as many things as I can. This is one more to add to this.
“This is a wonderful team, they’re going to win so much in the future; to be a part of that would be special.
“I always had an admiration for Barcelona, they were my second team so it is a dream to come here and win.”
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