The pre-agreed transfer of Manchester United may fail due to external reasons.

The future of Marcus Rashford at Barcelona is being threatened by reasons that go far beyond his performances on the pitch. The 28-year-old English forward, who shone in La Liga with 23 goal contributions (10 goals and 13 assists) in just 34 matches during his loan spell, may see his desire to make a permanent move to Spotify Camp Nou fade away, not due to financial issues at the Catalan club or concerns related to Manchester United, but rather because of a political game unfolding behind the scenes.

Rashford, who joined Barcelona on a one-season loan, has repeatedly expressed his wish to remain in Catalonia. According to previous reports from TEAMtalk, the striker has already communicated to United his strong desire to become a permanent player for Barça. However, the situation has become complicated with the recent revelation that Michael Carrick, the current manager of Middlesbrough and former Manchester United player, attempted to persuade Rashford to return to Old Trafford, but was unsuccessful, according to various sources.

Fabrizio Romano, renowned transfer journalist, confirmed that Barcelona intends to secure Rashford on a permanent basis, but the manner in which this will be achieved remains uncertain. The club may choose to activate the €30 million buyout clause or attempt to negotiate better payment terms with Manchester United. However, a new report from The Times has cast a cloud of uncertainty over the player’s future. The process of holding elections for the presidency of Barcelona recently began, with the current president, Joan Laporta, facing fierce competition from Victor Font.

Laporta, who advocated for Rashford’s arrival, may see his position compromised. The report suggests that if Font wins the elections, not only could Laporta be ousted, but also the sporting director Deco, who played a crucial role in signing the Englishman. This means that the decision regarding Rashford’s future may not depend on who is currently in charge of the club.

The situation is further complicated by criticism of Laporta’s financial management, which has become one of the main topics of Font’s campaign. The new president could opt to disregard the buyout option for Rashford, questioning the signings made during Laporta’s presidency. The Times described Laporta as a “pragmatist” trying to secure re-election in difficult times, highlighting the financial challenges the club has faced since the pandemic and the maneuvers necessary to keep Barcelona competitive.

The conclusion is clear: Marcus Rashford’s future at Barcelona is directly linked to the outcome of the presidential elections. If Laporta manages to maintain his position, the forward may see his dream of a permanent contract come to fruition. However, if Font takes charge, the scenario could change drastically. Rashford, who has been emerging as a rising star in Spain, will find his future in the hands of a new regime that may not share the same vision regarding his value.