Barcelona’s sporting staff have made it clear that Marcus Rashford is not being viewed as a direct alternative to Robert Lewandowski in the No. 9 role. Instead, the English forward is expected to operate primarily from the left wing — a position where he can start wide and cut inside with pace and power.
Despite recent speculation, head coach Hansi Flick is reportedly planning to rotate other options as central strikers next season. Among those being considered for the role are Ferran Torres and new arrival Dani Olmo, alongside Lewandowski himself. Rashford’s role, meanwhile, will focus on stretching defenses from the flank and creating chances from wide positions — a move that aligns with his natural style of play.
