Marcus Rashford asserts that he finds nothing at Barcelona as "a pressure" and is enjoying a "new language of football" as he keeps flourishing following his switch from Manchester United.
"I don't perceive anything here as like a pressure. It's just, I'm here to play football," the England international explained to media.
The 28-year-old England forward moved to the La Liga club on a loan deal in the offseason after a challenging period at Old Trafford, which featured a second-half of last season spent on loan at Aston Villa.
His switch to La Liga has proven a clear triumph thus far, with the player registering a half-dozen goals and making eight goal assists in 21 appearances.
"It's been incredible. I feel welcome. I've just been enjoying every step of the way," the footballer remarked.
Rashford, who revealed that Barcelona were his "favourite club outside of England" during his childhood, said he is making an effort to immerse himself in the lifestyle while residing in the Spanish city.
"It is distinct, but it's a excellent experience for me," he noted. "And even little things, learning the language and learning the culture, it's all enjoyable for me."
After netting one hundred and thirty-eight goals in 426 matches for United and winning five significant honors, Rashford fell out of favour at his boyhood club. This led to a short-term move to Aston Villa before his 12-month loan to Barca in July.
His outstanding temporary stint at Villa Park attracted attention of England manager Thomas Tuchel, enabling him to regain his place in the national squad.
Barcelona, the 28-time La Liga champions, hold an option to buy to sign Rashford on a permanent basis for thirty point three million pounds in 2026. Rashford has previously expressed his wish to remain.
"It's a new language of football," said Rashford. "I've always been, like countless others, an admirer of the Spanish style. To represent the largest team in Spain is a huge honour."
His display in a recent 2-1 Champions League victory, where he came off the bench and delivered an assist, earned praise from the Spanish media.
With Barcelona atop the league, Rashford's aim for the rest of the season is "simply just to win."
"It's a club that demands this," he concluded. "The atmosphere is always pushing us to be the best players we can be, so it's perfect to be in a place like this."
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