Marcus Rashford's contract with FC Barcelona: What is the salary of the English forward?

Marcus Rashford’s arrival at FC Barcelona marks one of the summer’s most intriguing moves. The English forward trades Old Trafford for Camp Nou, seeking to reignite his form in a club rebuilding its soccer identity.

For Barça, this move is about more than filling a position. It reflects a strategic bet on his potential while navigating La Liga’s financial constraints to strengthen their attacking options.

As he takes the field in Spain, he enters a crucial phase of his career. His performances could shape both his personal future and determine whether this short-term stay evolves into a lasting chapter.

What is Marcus Rashford’s salary with FC Barcelona?

Marcus Rashford has agreed to a significant salary reduction—accepting around €14 million gross annually (approximately 15% less per week) to make the loan move to Barcelona possible, as Sports Illustrated reported. That places him just behind the club’s top earners like Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal.

Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona holds up his shirt during the Unveiling of New Signing Marcus Rashford at Camp Nou on July 23, 2025. (Source: David Ramos/Getty Images)

Originally earning upwards of £16–17 million per season at Manchester United, he willingly gave up earnings so Barcelona could register him under La Liga’s strict financial limits. His last season at Villa saw clubs cover most of his original pay—but now Barça has agreed to shoulder his reduced full salary.

Despite the pay cut, his salary still ranks among the highest in the squad—just slightly lower than Raphinha’s €14.6 M—and reflects both his ambitious career move and Barcelona’s willingness to recalibrate its payroll for a player they value highly.

Marcus Rashford’s contract: How long will he stay in Barcelona?

Marcus Rashford has joined FC Barcelona on a season-long loan for 2025–26, with an option to buy reportedly priced around €30–35 million. The deal paves the way for a further chapter in Spain if Barça chooses to make it permanent.

The agreement includes they paying his reduced salary entirely, while freeing Manchester United of the financial burden. The commitment is loan-based, with no guaranteed permanent move unless activated.

While Manchester United still holds the contract until 2028, his short-term arrival at Camp Nou is aimed at revitalizing his career under Hansi Flick’s system and potentially unlocking full compliance with La Liga’s financial fair play regulations.