Marcus Rashford issues update on future with farewell social media post

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Marcus Rashford appears to have ruled out a return to Barcelona this summer in a farewell message on social media.Rashford spent last season on loan with Barca and starred in La Liga, but they opted not to trigger his permanent clause.Rashford won’t be returning to Barcelona this summer after his loan spellGettyThe Spanish giants allowed his £26million option to expire in June, despite the forward admitting he wanted to stay.They then went on to sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund for the same fee, indicating they wouldn’t come back in for Rashford, despite talk they could look at a restructured deal.And it does seem that Adeyemi’s arrival, as well as the £70m signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle, have satisfied Barca.That’s because Rashford posted a goodbye to the club on his social media on Thursday afternoon.Rashford’s Barca farewellHe wrote: “I’m very grateful to everyone at Barcelona for making my time here such a positive and memorable experience. “I’ve enjoyed every moment and will take many special memories with me. “I wish the club and all its supporters the very best of luck and every success in the season ahead.”Rashford also included a picture of his No.14 shirt and another image of him smiling during a game on his Instagram page.Barcelona replied to his post, writing: “Thanks for everything Rashy. You will always be one of us.”Meanwhile, many of his former teammates sent messages to him in the replies, with Raphinha saying ‘All the best, my brother’ and Gavi writing: “I will miss you brother.”View Tweet: https://x.com/MarcusRashford/status/2082806318209827013?ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwRashford netted 14 goals and provided 14 assists in 49 games for BarcelonaGettyWhat next for Rashford? So, Rashford won’t be heading back to Spain – but where could he end up this summer? Could he even reintegrate himself at Manchester United? Well, he’s set to return to training with Man United very soon after an extended break due to his involvement at the World Cup.However, the England international has been warned that he may have to accept a bit-part role if he does end up staying.If he is to leave, many teams have been linked with a move, including Premier League champions Arsenal. But Rashford has been tipped for a switch to Tottenham instead, with manager Roberto De Zerbi hinting at a potential transfer ‘bomba’ coming this summer.Rashford will be returning to Man United training this pre-seasonGettySpurs have been eyeing Manchester City’s Savinho, but they have been told to take a look at Rashford instead.And speaking on the rumours, talkSPORT’s chief football correspondent Alex Crook said: “I think if he goes anywhere in London, I’m keeping an eye on Tottenham. “I could see that deal happening. Roberto De Zerbi believing that he can get the best out of Marcus Rashford.”Rashford will hope to have his future decided quickly, with Man United’s Premier League campaign starting on August 22.He could be involved in that fixture against newly-promoted Hull City if he remains at Old Trafford this season. But if not, the summer transfer deadline is set for 11pm on September 1, so the weeks are running out to find a new club.