MARCUS RASHFORD could line up against one of his closest mates in one of his first games for Barcelona once his move is confirmed. Rashford, 27, is set to seal a season-long loan move to the Nou

According to a report by Mundo Deportivo and relayed by @ManagingBarca, Rashford has already taken part in his first training session with the Catalan side earlier today and met his new teammates. That would mark a major step forward in a transfer saga that has captured attention across Europe this summer.

The Chelsea left back is currently enjoying some time off after conquering the Club World Cup with the Blues. During an interview session with Jijantes at Campus Marc Cucurella in Barcelona, he was asked to give his opinion in Barça’s newest reinforcement.

Marcus Rashford is closing in on a season-long loan move to Barcelona from Manchester United and has been given a warning by one of his former rivals who knows the club well

As Marcus Rashford closes in on a move to Barcelona from Manchester United, he's been warned by Chelsea's Marc Cucurella that his work ethic will need to be on point if he wants to succeed in La Liga

Marcus Rashford offered a quiet but telling glimpse into his future. Sitting aboard a private jet en route to Spain, the forward played cards with his brothers Dane and Dwaine. A single card—an ace of hearts—angled towards the camera,

When Rashford's signing is confirmed, Barcelona boss Hansi Flick will hope to add more reinforcements to his squad who will be tasked with helping to defend the La Liga title. Goalkeeper Joan Garcia is the only other summer signing so far after making the £21 million switch from Espanyol earlier in the window.

Barcelona are advancing with talks to sign Marcus Rashford, talkSPORT understands. The Spanish giants are in discussions with Manchester United over an initial loan move with an option to buy,