Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has officially been confirmed as FC Barcelona’s No. 14 for the upcoming 2025–26 season, following his move to the Catalan giants on a season-long loan .
Previously donning the No. 10 shirt at United, Rashford will now inherit the prestigious No. 14 jersey—wearing a number once famously worn by Thierry Henry at Camp Nou and previously worn by legendary figures such as Johan Cruyff, Javier Mascherano, Ronald Koeman, and others .
In his presentation, Rashford expressed his deep admiration for the club’s history and its footballing tradition, emphasizing that donning the No. 14 holds symbolic weight. He described the number as a tribute to Henry, one of his lifelong inspirations . He also praised manager Hansi Flick and highlighted his ambition to “win everything” at Barcelona, including the Champions League .
A historic move, Rashford becomes the first English player to represent Barça since Gary Lineker in 1986 . His loan deal includes a full wage commitment from Barcelona and an option to make the transfer permanent at season's end .
Rashford's shift to La Liga represents a new challenge and a symbolic fresh start. By choosing the No. 14, he aligns himself with some of the club’s most revered icons, signaling his intent to revive his career and make a lasting impact at Camp Nou.
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