Marcus Rashford could return to Manchester United as Barcelona consider signing Pedro Neto from Chelsea

Marcus Rashford could return to Manchester United F.C. at the end of the season as FC Barcelona consider a move for Pedro Neto.

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Rashford, 28, joined Barcelona on loan and has impressed during his spell in Spain.

The Catalan club reportedly have the option to sign him permanently for £26 million this summer.

However, Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are exploring other attacking options.

The club has received positive technical reports about Neto, who currently plays for Chelsea F.C..

Neto, 26, joined Chelsea from Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. in 2024 for around £54 million.

The Portuguese winger has since become one of the club’s most consistent performers. His ability to play on both wings is believed to appeal to Barcelona manager Hansi Flick.

Neto is also represented by super agent Jorge Mendes, who has a long-standing relationship with the Spanish club.

Rashford’s long-term future at Barcelona could also depend on the club’s presidential election scheduled for March 15.

Current president Joan Laporta reportedly supports signing the England forward permanently if he wins another term.

However, rival candidate Victor Font — backed by former Barcelona star Xavi Hernández — could adopt a different transfer strategy if elected.

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Other candidates include Marc Ciria and Xavier Vilajoana. Reports suggest talks are ongoing among Laporta’s challengers over a possible coalition.