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USWNT gains crucial insights from Japan series ahead of World Cup
Michael Carrick has indicated that Marcus Rashford could return to Manchester United this summer. Rashford is currently on loan at Barcelona, who have the option to buy him for £26 million.
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Michael Carrick leaves door open for Marcus Rashford return to Manchester United
Michael Carrick has left the door open for Marcus Rashford’s return to Manchester United this summer.
Rashford is on a season-long loan at Barcelona after falling out of favour at Old Trafford.
The Spanish giants can sign him permanently for £26 million, but it is uncertain whether they will trigger that option.
Carrick didn’t rule out Rashford returning to United in his press conference ahead of Friday’s away game at Chelsea.
He said: “There’s decisions to be made on certain things, and obviously Marcus is in that situation.
“But at this point in time, nothing’s been decided.
“It will be, because it has to be at a certain point, but at this stage, there’s nothing to say.”
Rashford has been impressive since joining Barcelona on loan, bagging 12 goals and 13 assists in 43 appearances across all competitions.
But he has failed to establish himself as a regular starter, and his form has declined in 2026.
It looked certain that Barca would trigger the buy option a few months ago, but they are now doubtful about spending a significant portion of their summer budget on Rashford.
The Blaugrana haven’t made a final decision, but they feel the £26m outlay for the 28-year-old is excessive in the current market.
Marcus Rashford is on a season-long loan at Barcelona, where he has the opportunity to be signed permanently.
Barcelona can sign Marcus Rashford permanently for £26 million.
Michael Carrick has left the door open for Marcus Rashford's return to Manchester United, suggesting a possibility for his future.

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The Red Devils remain firm on their stance that either the amount is paid or the striker returns to Manchester.
Rashford is one of the best talents to emerge from United’s youth academy.
He scored 138 goals in 426 senior appearances, helping them win two FA Cups, two Carabao Cups and a Europa League trophy.
Rashford left to join Barcelona after struggling for game time under former boss Ruben Amorim.
But as Carrick is now in charge as interim manager, the England international could consider returning to his boyhood club.
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