Transfer News: Two Premier League clubs emerge to rival Barcelona for Rashford

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford

Transfer News: Two Premier League clubs emerge to rival Barcelona for Rashford

Faruq Ibrahim 22:24 - 27.06.2025

Marcus Rashford reportedly has two new suitors from the English Premier League.

Two Premier League teams, Tottenham and Newcastle United, have reportedly entered the race for Marcus Rashford, as they have added the England international to their transfer wish list for the summer. 

The 27-year-old was on loan at Aston Villa for the last six months after falling out with Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim. 

Premier League interest in Rashford 

Although he impressed in his stint at Villa Park, scoring four goals and providing six assists in all competitions, Unai Emery's side’s failure to qualify for the Champions League meant they had to cut back on their spending; hence, they opted out of signing Rashford permanently.

According to Caught Offside, Newcastle have emerged as a candidate to land the forward. However, they are unwilling to buy him outright, as demanded by Manchester United, and instead want him on loan. 

The Europa League champions, Tottenham, are also reported to have registered interest in Rashford, as have Serie A giants AC Milan, Juventus and Napoli. 

Marcus Rashford
Ruben Amorim and loaned out Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford (Credit: Imago)

Barcelona leading the race 

Amid the spate of suitors, Rashford has a choice destination: Barcelona. He has publicly and privately flirted with the idea of joining Barcelona, and the club themselves have admitted interest through sporting director Deco and club president Joan Laporta. 

However, they are yet to complete to make a move as they prioritise the signing of Nico Williams, which will cause a hit of at least €60 million on their books.  Like Newcastle, Barcelona also want Rashford on loan but with an option to sign him permanently next season.