Barcelona fans are buzzing with excitement following the loan signing of Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, but not everyone at the club shares the same enthusiasm.
Among those less than thrilled is 18-year-old rising star Lamine Yamal, who is reportedly unhappy with how the transfer unfolded and the role the club’s leadership played in it.
According to El Nacional, Yamal feels frustrated and somewhat betrayed by club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco.
When Yamal committed to renewing his contract with the club, he was led to believe that the only winger Barcelona intended to pursue was Nico Williams — a close friend of his and someone he personally requested the club prioritize.
That promise gave him confidence in the club’s vision and played a significant role in his decision to stay.
However, the situation took a turn when Nico Williams extended his contract with Athletic Club, effectively ruling out a move to Barcelona.
Rather than revisiting the transfer strategy with Yamal, the club quietly shifted focus to Rashford and secured a season-long loan deal with the English forward, which includes an option to buy.
Yamal was reportedly kept in the dark throughout this shift, which has left him feeling sidelined and misinformed.
While Yamal doesn’t seem to have any personal issue with Rashford — and even supported the idea of his signing at one point — he is said to be disappointed with the club’s lack of transparency and their failure to honor his input.
The young winger, already seen as a cornerstone of Barcelona’s future, had hoped to be involved in key decisions affecting the squad’s attacking structure, especially given his growing influence on the pitch.
Meanwhile, Rashford has already joined the squad and is working under new manager Hansi Flick to revive his form after a challenging season at Manchester United.
He has begun training with the team and is set to feature in Barcelona’s pre-season tour in Asia.
Despite the internal friction, the club is pressing forward with its preparations for the upcoming season — but the situation has added a layer of tension between one of its brightest prospects and the club’s top leadership.
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