Cheap car from a broke club? Fans mock Barca as Rashford pulls up in new ride

Marcus Rashford’s arrival at Barcelona’s Ciutat Esportiva has stirred up more than just excitement about his loan move; it’s the modest car he’s driving that’s caught fans’ attention.

The 27-year-old forward pulled up in a brand-new CUPRA, a sleek but humble company car valued at about ₦55 million (£25,000) provided by Barcelona to its first-team players.

This is a far cry from the flashy Lamborghini Aventador SVJ he was often seen cruising around Manchester.

Social media exploded with fans poking fun. Many joked that Barcelona’s financial troubles are on full display, calling it “a cheap car from a broke club,” and sarcastically questioned if the club had even finished paying the Coutinho transfer fee.

One fan pointed out, “His weekly wages at Manchester United could have bought at least five of these modest rides.”

On the flip side, some supporters admired Rashford’s humble new start and the club’s generosity:

“Barcelona really changed his broke life,” one fan remarked, while another praised the club for making sure even loan players have their own company car, showing that Rashford was experiencing something new.

The adjustment to a left-hand drive vehicle sparked light-hearted banter too, with one commenting, “Oh damn, how will he survive driving on the left side of the road?”

Others joked about Rashford’s former club, hoping Manchester United wouldn’t “make him sell his car and send the money back” to cover their debts.

This modest choice in wheels perfectly symbolises Barcelona’s current financial reality—eschewing extravagant personal supercars in favour of practical company cars for players amidst ongoing economic challenges.

While Rashford’s new ride might not wow the streets, his fresh chapter at Barcelona promises to have fans watching closely for his goals and performances on the pitch.