Barcelona has begun exploring alternatives to Marcus Rashford, as his return to Manchester United at the end of the season looks increasingly doubtful.
The Catalan club aims to bolster their attack with younger players to complement Raphinha. Jan Virgili is a leading candidate, alongside 22-year-old Victor Munoz from Osasuna—who has recently earned his first Spain call-up following an impressive run of six goals and five assists.
However, securing Munoz won’t be easy. His release clause stands at €40 million, and despite paying it, Barcelona would face the obstacle of Real Madrid's buy-back option priced favorably for them. Madrid is unlikely to lose control of this La Fábrica talent to their rivals.
Because of this, Barcelona is also considering other young wingers, knowing a summer deal for Munoz will be challenging. This situation highlights the importance of nurturing homegrown talent and pursuing smart transfers to strengthen Hansi Flick’s squad.
