Marcus Rashford next club betting odds: Will he stay at Barcelona?

Marcus Rashford produced a moment of magic to help Barcelona clinch another La Liga title on Sunday, curling home a stunning free kick in a statement victory over Real Madrid.

Now the focus shifts to where he will be playing next season.

Barcelona hold an option to sign Rashford permanently from Manchester United for €30 million when his loan spell ends this summer, and the England international has done little to disguise how much he has enjoyed life in Spain.

Speaking after the title-winning win, Rashford said: “I’m not a magician, but if I was, I would stay at Barcelona.”

It was yet another reminder of the impact he has made since arriving in Catalonia. His Clasico strike took him to 14 goals for the season, while he has also registered 14 assists in a campaign that has revived both his confidence and his reputation at the highest level.

Yet there has been some reporting around Barcelona cooling their interest in meeting United’s valuation on a permanent deal.

The betting market reflects this, still pointing towards a return to Old Trafford. According to Betfair’s latest odds following Barcelona’s title triumph, Rashford is priced at 15/8 to still be a Manchester United player by September 1.

United are back in the Champions League and will need a better, deeper squad for next season.

Yet the reporting around Rashford’s own preference suggests he would like to move to Barcelona, who remain firmly in contention at 3/1.

In terms of other clubs linked with Rashford, Juventus are also priced at 3/1 as the Italian giants prepare for what could be one of the most ambitious rebuilds in Europe this summer.

Newcastle are currently viewed as the most likely Premier League destination, with odds of 4/1 on a move to St James’ Park.

Paris Saint-Germain continue to be linked and are priced at 9/2 to sign the forward before next season begins, while a move to Saudi Arabia stands at 6/1.

At 28, Rashford remains determined to compete at the highest level, and his loan spell at Barcelona appears to have reignited both his form and belief. Barcelona will soon decide whether activating their €30million option represents good value or a gamble.