How Much Will Rashford Earn At Barcelona?

Barcelona have officially announced the arrival of Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, bringing an end to weeks of speculation.

The English forward joins the Catalan club on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season, with an option to buy for €30 million.

Rashford, who came through the ranks at Manchester United, is seen as an ideal addition to support the existing attacking trio of Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Robert Lewandowski.

Taking a major paycut
One of the most striking aspects of this transfer is the financial sacrifice made by Rashford.

Determined to make the move happen, the 27-year-old accepted a 30% pay cut after Manchester United made it clear they would not cover any portion of his wages during the loan spell.

According to reports from SPORT, Rashford will earn £12 million during his time at Barcelona, which converts to roughly €13.8 million.

This reduced salary shows the player’s strong desire to wear the Blaugrana shirt, something he made evident in his first appearance before the media.

“I was going to wait as long as it took,” Rashford told reporters, expressing his determination to join Barcelona.

He also spoke highly of the club’s ambition, saying, “Barça is a big club in the world of football, and it’s the perfect place to win titles.”

A deal with ambition and low risk
For Barcelona, this move is smart business. They secure a top-level forward with minimal financial risk, while also having the flexibility to make the transfer permanent for just €30 million.

Rashford’s hunger, professionalism, and willingness to make sacrifices align perfectly with the club’s current project under Hansi Flick.

All signs point to a motivated Rashford ready to prove himself in La Liga. If he clicks with the squad and settles into the system, this could be one of the most valuable deals of the season.

Barcauniversal.com