Markus Rashford, who has joined the new Barcelona team, will have to compete with Raphinha Dias for a spot in the starting lineup. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The Brazilian player is the first choice of head coach Hans-Dieter Flick on the left wing of the attack, while the English player is seen as a backup option. Last season, there was almost no alternative to Raphinha in the "blue-burgundy" team, but now with Rashford's arrival, the coach will provide the 28-year-old star with more rest opportunities.
Barcelona has loaned Markus Rashford from Manchester United until the end of the 2025/26 season and also has the option to buy the player for 30 million euros. An official announcement about the agreement is expected to be made on Wednesday.
This transfer will serve to strengthen the team's attacking line and provide the coach with additional tactical options. With Rashford's arrival, Barcelona is expected to play more actively and effectively in attack.
