A permanent move to Barcelona has been mooted for Rashford, with a purchase option included in his loan agreement. Blaugrana boss Flick has been impressed by the England star’s attitude, having previously seen that questioned in the Premier League.
The German tactician has said: “Marcus’ performances have been really good until now, so we have to manage it, but it’s [sporting director] Deco’s job to do things for next season. We have to wait. We have months to go.
“For me, of course with Marcus we have a player on the top level, but also with our situation, and what I appreciate a lot from him [is his desire to be here]. This is what I want to say to young players from La Masia: We are Barca and we are one of the best teams in the world. We give them the opportunity to train with us, to grow, to train with the best players in the world, the support and the confidence.
“If you want to play with Barca, then it has to be 100% with your whole heart. This is what I want to say to everyone: 100%. These colours, you have to live for them. All the others, I don’t want.”