FC Barcelona is closer to completing a key signing for the next season. According to the Daily Mirror, Joan Laporta has decided to grant Hansi Flick one of his greatest desires: to strengthen the team with a top-level winger. The club's sporting director, Deco, is already working on this goal and, after months of study, has focused on a name that could be historic for the Barça team.
A Necessary Signing
Barça is clear that they need to strengthen their attack for the next season. Despite having a competitive team, the left-wing position remains one of the weakest.
Hansi Flick has requested a quality reinforcement for that area, which fits the club's football profile and economic limitations. For some time, several players have been linked with FC Barcelona. Nico Williams, Luis Díaz, and Rafael Leao are some of the names that have been most mentioned.
The option that convinces Flick the most is Marcus Rashford, a player with great potential and international experience, who would strengthen the Barça offensive.
Marcus Rashford: Flick's Great Desire
The English forward has had an irregular season at Manchester United. After several years of ups and downs, Rashford has been relegated to a secondary role in the Red Devils team. This has opened a door for his departure, and FC Barcelona has taken the opportunity to offer him a new project in the Spanish league.
According to the Daily Mirror, Marcus Rashford would be willing to join FC Barcelona. The English player looks favorably on the possibility of working under Hansi Flick, who knows his qualities very well and trusts that he could enhance his performance.
To facilitate the operation, Rashford would be willing to significantly lower his salary, which would make his arrival at Camp Nou more viable.
A Tempting Loan
Although Rashford has shown interest in Barça's project, he also has other options in mind. In winter, there was talk of his signing for Aston Villa, where he has stood out under the direction of Unai Emery.
However, the forward has no plans to stay in Birmingham long-term and prefers to seek a greater challenge. FC Barcelona is negotiating with Manchester United for a loan to facilitate the signing and reach an agreement more easily.
Although it is not closed, Rashford's desire and Deco's effort open the door to his signing in the summer.