Barcelona's Transfer Plan B Activated

As the World Cup begins, Barcelona has made the unexpected signing of Anthony Gordon for €80 million while failing to finalize other transfers beyond Lewandowski's departure. Mundo Deportivo reports that the club's primary targets—striker Julián Álvarez, left-back Bastoni, continued loan for Cancelo, and purchase option for Rashford—are no longer priorities. fishroad-app.com

Rashford's strong end to season with United, featuring high assists and goals, made Barcelona reconsider paying the €30 million buyout clause. However, the player's excitement to continue was tempered by Barcelona's inability to match his Old Trafford salary.