Barcelona complies with Hansi Flick’s requests and does not intend to go to the transfer market after Rashford’s arrival

FC Barcelona have officially concluded their primary summer transfer activity with the high-profile loan signing of Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, fulfilling all the transfer requests made by new head coach Hansi Flick.

According to La Vanguardia, the club’s board has no intention of returning to the market unless injuries or unexpected developments arise during preseason or early La Liga fixtures. Rashford’s arrival, combined with other reinforcements, is considered sufficient to address the key gaps in the squad identified by Flick upon his appointment.

Rashford Loan Caps Strategic Transfer Plan

Barcelona secured the English international on loan after prolonged negotiations, reportedly paying €14 million for the deal. Rashford, who spent last season at Aston Villa, had fallen out of favor at Manchester United under manager Rúben Amorim.

The 27-year-old forward was long viewed by Barça as the ideal attacking reinforcement. His versatility being able to play both as a winger and central striker made him a priority signing. Flick reportedly plans to use Rashford as a number 9, competing directly with veteran Robert Lewandowski for the central forward role.

Other Summer Signings Strengthen Core

In addition to Rashford, Barcelona made two other strategic signings:

• Joan García, the standout goalkeeper from Espanyol, joined to strengthen the depth between the posts.
• Roony Bardghji, a 19-year-old Swedish striker from Copenhagen, was signed as a long-term attacking prospect.

These acquisitions reflect the club’s emphasis on both immediate reinforcement and long-term squad development.

Market Activity Likely Concluded

Club sources indicate that unless there are injury setbacks or transfer surprises, no further additions are expected. The board believes the current roster meets Flick’s tactical and structural needs, particularly in the attacking and goalkeeping departments.

Barcelona fans, who flooded social media after Rashford’s unveiling, have expressed enthusiasm for the direction of the team under Flick’s leadership. With preseason underway, all eyes now turn to how effectively these new signings can integrate into the squad ahead of the La Liga kickoff.