Barcelona are facing a big threat ahead in the Marcus Rashford chase as Chelsea are ready to launch a move for the Manchester United misfit.

According to Fichajes, Marcus Rashford’s future is far from decided at the moment, as Barcelona could face a big threat from the likes of Chelsea. The Londoners are planning to make an offer to test Manchester United’s resolve on the winger, with the Blues ready to take advantage of Barcelona’s financial struggles.

Marcus Rashford has used his loan spell at Barcelona to full effect after escaping his Manchester United hell last summer. The Catalans were his preferred destination as many other clubs tried to get a deal in place for the winger, with the Spanish giants taking full advantage of the player’s choice.

Rashford has had a solid start to life in Catalonia, with six goals and nine assists across all competitions so far. His form has made the 27-year-old Manchester United misfit one of the in-form attackers across the continent, as Barcelona were widely expected to seal a permanent transfer for the attacker.

However, the reality is far from comprehensible for the Catalans, as there are suggestions that they could struggle to negotiate a proper wage package with Rashford. Given how much the 27-year-old Manchester United misfit makes with his current contract at Old Trafford, and Barcelona’s pressures to reduce their wage bill, the reality is that the Rashford race is still very much open.

Manchester United are aware of plenty of clubs showing interest in the attacker, the Red Devils are aware of some top teams in the mix. It remains to be seen whether Rashford continues to prefer a permanent stay in Catalonia, as the financial aspect of any deal may prove important.

Chelsea to enter Marcus Rashford race

With Barcelona expected to struggle to offer a competitive financial package, the likes of Chelsea could take full advantage of the situation with the 27-year-old Manchester United misfit. The Blues are reportedly ready to make a compelling offer to test Manchester United’s resolve, and the report also states they can offer a competitive wage package to the winger.

Going by Chelsea’s transfer activity over the last few years, they rarely sign players of the age Rashford is currently at, although with the quality of the 27-year-old Manchester United misfit, they could make an exception. The availability of a top-notch English international makes all the difference, as Barcelona could face a significant test in the race for the attacker.