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Deco meets Rashford agents as Barça seek permanent deal

FC Barcelona director Deco met with Marcus Rashford's representatives to prepare for permanent negotiations, hoping to lower the 30 million euro fee.

Deco met with agent Arturo Canales to negotiate Marcus Rashford's permanent transfer. The club aims to lower the 30 million euro buyout clause agreed last summer, though Manchester United remains firm on the price. Financial constraints also complicate the deal, as Barcelona cannot match Rashford's high salary. Despite the obstacles, Rashford has expressed a desire to stay in Catalonia, potentially accepting a wage reduction to finalize the move.