Aston Villa have clear path to re-sign Marcus Rashford as Barcelona advanced talks emerge
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Credit: Imago Thu 28 May 2026 8:45, UK Aston Villa should be on high alert as Anthony Gordon’s move to Barcelona plunges Marcus Rashford’s future into uncertainty ahead of the summer window.Rashford has earned a place in England’s World Cup squad for the fine form he has shown on loan at Barcelona from Man United this season.The 28-year-old is reportedly keen to join Barca permanently this summer, but their reservations over exercising his £26million option-to-buy clause have prevented a deal from happening as yet.Barca are now widely reported to be in advanced talks to sign Newcastle star Gordon to bolster Hansi Flick’s left-wing ranks, so a move for Rashford seems increasingly unlikely.The uncertainty around his future should boost Villa’s transfer plans, as Unai Emery wants to reunite with Rashford and they are in need of winger signings this summer. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Anthony Gordon to Barcelona should boost Villa’s chances of Marcus Rashford reunionRashford does not have a future at Man United and is set to leave the club this summer regardless of whether Barca seal a move for his services.La Liga’s reigning champions are believed to rate him highly, but now look set to choose Gordon over him as a £70m move is mooted.Appearances32Minutes played1761′Goals8Assists7Chances created46Successful crosses30Successful dribbles30Touches in opposition box136Rashford’s 2025-26 La Liga statsGordon’s Barca switch is thought to be imminent, with some reports claiming that he has a medical booked for later this week.Rashford built a strong connection with Villa fans and Emery during his time on loan at the club in 2024-25, and Mundo Deportivo recently reported that the Basque boss would love to reunite with him this summer.Now that he seems to be second to Gordon in Barca’s transfer plans, it would surely make sense for Villa’s chiefs to reignite their interest in Rashford to appease Emery and potentially massively bolster their attacking options.What has Rashford recently said about Emery?Sources have recently revealed to Football Insider that Tottenham admire Rashford and could move for his services this summer, so Villa will have to act quickly now that Gordon is closing in on a move to Barca.The 28-year-old’s inclusion in England’s World Cup squad was a clear sign of his impressive return to form since being outcasted by United, after he missed out on going to the last European Championships.Rashford thanked Emery and Villa on Instagram after the squad was announced, saying: “Special thanks to Unai [Emery], Hansi [Flick], Thomas [Tuchel], Aston Villa, Barcelona and England for believing in me when things got tough.”He clearly holds Emery in high regard, and if Barcelona do move on following their likely signing of international teammate Gordon, Rashford could well be open to a return to Villa Park this summer. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom.
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