Marcus Rashford’s future in Spain is under intense scrutiny after the English forward failed to inspire a ten-man Barcelona during their aggregate defeat to Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona’s Champions League ambitions ended in disappointment as a 2-1 second-leg victory failed to overturn Atletico Madrid’s aggregate lead.
Despite early goals from Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres, Ademola Lookman’s strike and a red card for Eric Garcia dismantled the hosts’ momentum.
Marcus Rashford, introduced as a second-half substitute, struggled to influence the game as Diego Simeone’s side secured a 3-2 aggregate win.
The Spanish press delivered a scathing assessment of Rashford’s performance and long-term prospects.
SPORT described the forward as “inoperative,” while AS was even more severe, suggesting his time in Catalonia should end by stating: “He can’t continue next year.”
With no permanent transfer agreed between Manchester United and Barcelona, the 28-year-old’s underwhelming display has cast significant doubt over his future at the club.