Ruud Gullit calls Marcus Rashford’s Man United return best PL signing of summer

Former Chelsea midfielder Ruud Gullit told Sport Witness that Marcus Rashford’s return to Manchester United could be the best Premier League signing of the summer. Rashford came back to United after his loan at Barcelona ended, even though Barcelona had been expected to make the deal permanent for a reported £26 million. Instead, the LaLiga champions signed Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United and let Rashford return to Old Trafford.

Gullit said Rashford ‘learned a lot at Barcelona and played much better, with far more freedom, than he ever did at Manchester United.’ The forward has already joined Michael Carrick’s side for pre‑season training following his World Cup break.

For United supporters, Rashford’s improved confidence and tactical versatility could boost the team’s attacking options and influence fantasy league selections. For Newcastle fans, the club’s acquisition of Gordon shows Barcelona’s willingness to invest in Premier League wingers, potentially affecting future transfer markets.

Will Rashford’s Barcelona experience translate into consistent goals and assists for United this season, or will he struggle to recapture that freedom at Old Trafford?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/14/transfer-ruud-gullit-picks-epls-best-signing-of-the-summer/