Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood's ambition for a "dream" move to FC Barcelona has become the talk of the football world. Currently impressing on a season-long loan at La Liga's Getafe, Greenwood's performances have caught the attention of several top-tier European clubs, including the likes of Atletico Madrid and AC Milan. His efforts in Spain have been noteworthy, marked by a tally of five goals and four assists in 19 appearances across all competitions.
The 22-year-old English forward has reportedly communicated his desire for the sensational switch to his agents, viewing a transfer to Barcelona as a dream opportunity. This interest comes after Manchester United had earlier declined a £40 million offer from Getafe to make his move permanent.
Erik ten Hag, Manchester United's head coach, seems aware of Greenwood's situation and is reportedly reconciled to the fact that Greenwood's future lies away from Old Trafford. This development coincides with the prospect of new ownership under Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, which has been identified as a significant factor in Greenwood's potential departure from Manchester United.
Barcelona's interest in Greenwood is pronounced, with the club seeing him as a player who can elevate their performance. An anonymous source close to the negotiations revealed, "Both parties are interested in a move, and the next step is for Barcelona and Manchester United to come to an agreement."
Amidst these developments, Greenwood has expressed satisfaction with his current situation at Getafe. "I adapted pretty quickly. My teammates took me under their wing, and I've just been happy ever since, coming here and training, playing the games. I'm happy. The fans mean a lot to me. The best feeling so far is when I scored my first goal here at the stadium, and it meant a lot to me, I heard the fans quite a lot," Greenwood reflected on his time in Spain.
Greenwood's path to Getafe was marred by controversy, following a suspension by Manchester United due to allegations of attempted rape, assault, and controlling coercive behavior, which were later dropped. Despite the charges being dropped, Manchester United conducted an internal investigation, maintaining his suspension while paying his full salary.
As the transfer window unfolds, Greenwood's potential move to Barcelona marks a significant shift in his career trajectory, offering a fresh start at one of Europe's most prestigious clubs.
