FRICTION is growing between Manchester United and Barcelona amid discussions over a knockdown price for Marcus Rashford.
Barca have a £26million option to make Rashford’s season-long loan permanent but there are doubts over whether they will keep the international.
Barcelona are trying to negotiate a knockdown fee for Marcus Rashford Credit: Getty
A third party is continuing discussions on behalf of Rashford, 28, and United sources have expressed irritation at Barca’s attempts to lowball them in negotiations.
Rashford has two years left on his United deal but he is not involved in the club’s plans for the future.
The Red Devils academy graduate has notched 21 goal contributions in the and LaLiga this season.
But he has not been a nailed-on starter under , with roughly half of his appearances coming off the bench.
United have this week to discuss outgoings in the summer transfer window.
, and will all be free to find new clubs.
Back-up goalkeeper is expected to join Besiktas while United could cash in on academy midfielder .
, and will all be released.
Manuel Ugarte is among the United players who could be sold this summer Credit: Getty
Youngster Tyler Fredricson may also be let go, with his contract up in the summer.
United are monitoring a of transfer candidates to plug the gaps in their squad.
, , , and Alex Scott are all being eyed as midfield targets, according to The Athletic .
is also being discussed as an option to bolster the defence.
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