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Barcelona Coach Hansi Flick Reveals Interest in Marcus Rashford and Previews Clash with Jesse Lingard’s FC Seoul
Barcelona‘s acquisition of Marcus Rashford on loan from Manchester United marks a thrilling chapter for the club, as they aim to revitalize the forward’s career amid high expectations. With an option to buy for €30m, this move could redefine Rashford’s trajectory, while an upcoming friendly against FC Seoul promises intrigue with Jesse Lingard in the mix. Hansi Flick has shared insights into his long-term admiration for Rashford and his thoughts on facing Lingard, setting the stage for an exciting preseason.
- Flick revealed why he wanted Rashford
- Admitted he followed his performances for Man Utd
- Barcelona to face Lingard’s FC Seoul
Hansi Flick’s Longstanding Admiration for Marcus Rashford at Barcelona
The English star has secured a temporary switch to the Spanish powerhouse for the entire campaign, with Barcelona holding the right to finalize the deal at £26m ($35m). Despite Rashford’s recent struggles at Manchester United, where he netted just seven goals in the 2023-24 Premier League season-a sharp drop from his 17 the year prior-Flick remains optimistic. The manager has tracked the forward’s development since his early days in Manchester, confident that a change of scenery could unlock his potential. Rashford got his first taste of action in Blaugrana colors during a warmup match versus Vissel Kobe, featuring for a brief 33 minutes in Japan.
Coach’s Praise for Rashford’s Talents
In a recent press interaction, the experienced German tactician expressed his enthusiasm: “Rashford possesses exceptional skills. I’ve monitored his progress right from his breakthrough at United. With his inherent abilities, we’re eager for him to deliver standout performances alongside our squad this year.”
Preparing for Jesse Lingard and FC Seoul in Barcelona’s Preseason
As Barcelona gears up for their next exhibition game against FC Seoul, where former Manchester United player Jesse Lingard now plies his trade, Flick offered his perspective. Lingard, who joined the K-League side in 2024 and has contributed five goals and three assists in 18 appearances as of mid-2025, brings familiarity to the matchup. Yet, Flick emphasized a team-oriented approach over individual spotlights.
Flick’s Take on the Upcoming Friendly
Commenting on the challenge, Flick noted: “We recognize Lingard’s prowess from his Premier League days, but our attention is on the collective strength of Seoul. They’re performing impressively, making this a solid test for us in our preparations.”
Match Details and Barcelona’s Season Outlook
The La Liga title holders are set to take on Lingard’s team in an exciting friendly at Seoul World Cup Stadium this Thursday. Following this, Barcelona will launch their league efforts with an away fixture against Mallorca on August 16, aiming to build on their dominant 2024-25 campaign where they clinched the title with 85 points.
