Without meaning it, Marcus Rashford, the English international forward for Manchester United has become the man of the day in Lisbon.
Everyone was talking about him. It's no secret that Flick has requested his transfer from Laporta. Deco is working intensely in the final hours to bring him to Barcelona.
Barça Negotiates Rashford's Salary Percentage
"We're dealing with the fair-play issue. In the final days, if we can strengthen the team, we'll try, but as of today, there's nothing," Deco said.
However, communication with United is constant. Barça negotiates the percentage it is entitled to regarding the player's salary payment. With the player, everything is discussed, and he is eager to wear the blue and red jersey.
In fact, this Tuesday, Deco met with his representatives in Lisbon and they reached a total agreement.
Barça Asks for Time to Do Its Homework
Deco has asked them for time. It will be a transfer that will have to wait until the deadline, February 3, to be announced.
Before welcoming Marcus Rashford, Barça will have to say farewell to two players. Only then can it comply with the 1:1 rule of financial fair play.
These are the Two Affected Ones
Deco has it well underway. The affected will be Eric García and Ansu Fati.
Eric arrived at Barça for free and will leave for 10 million. It's the amount Girona and Como are willing to pay to acquire his services. Accounting-wise, 100% net profit.
The other is Ansu Fati. What is certain is that he will leave the club, although hardly as a transfer. The club is looking for a loan after the failed experience with Brighton.
Barça will receive Rashford as the great winter market transfer that will complete a top-level attacking trident. Lewandowski, top scorer and contender for the Golden Boot. Lamine Yamal and Raphinha will have a new teammate who will enter the rotations and allow them to pace themselves.
Because Rashford is one of the best forwards in European soccer, a top transfer.