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Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United after a season at Barcelona. The Catalan side opted not to activate his €30 million buy option, and head coach Michael Carrick confirmed he is counting on the striker at Old Trafford.

Striker Marcus Rashford has returned to Manchester United following a year-long loan at Barcelona. The Red Devils have secured his services for free, making his return a potentially significant boost for the team during the summer transfer window.

Manchester United's head coach Michael Carrick commented on the forward's return:

Rashford is our player, and he’s come back in great shape. I’ve known him for a long time, and he gives us something special. We can’t wait for the new season to kick off.

CaughtOffside reports:

Manchester United didn’t have to splash a single pound to bring back one of the most exciting attacking talents for the 2026/27 season — he already belonged to the club. Marcus Rashford is back at Carrington, and if Michael Carrick uses him correctly, this could be the best deal of the entire transfer window for United.

Carrick has made it clear that he is counting on the 28-year-old forward, who is ready to take on a key role in the attack for the Mancunians in the upcoming season.