Barcelona has managed to register Marcus Rashford just in time for their La Liga opener against Mallorca this Saturday. This registration comes amidst ongoing financial fair play regulations that have plagued the Spanish champions in recent seasons.

Financial Challenges

Due to Spanish financial fair play regulations, Barcelona has faced significant hurdles in registering new players. The club spent more on player acquisitions and wages than it generated in revenue during the 2024-25 season, adding to their financial strain.

Manager's Frustration

As of Friday, Rashford's registration was still pending, leading to visible frustration from manager Hansi Flick during his pre-game news conference.

"For me, the situation, you can imagine I'm not happy about that. But I know the situation and I believe in the club," Flick explained. "We will focus on what we can change and what is in our hands. The other things, I believe in the club."

Player Profiles Updated

On Saturday, player profiles of Rashford and new goalkeeper Joan Garcia were listed on La Liga's website for the first time. Notably, Gerard Martin and keeper Wojciech Szczesny were absent, suggesting that Barcelona may be staggering registrations if unable to complete them all at once.

Strategic Moves

This season, Barcelona has partially alleviated their registration issues by securing German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen on a long-term medical leave agreement. This move freed up 80% of his wage value, allowing the club to register a replacement.

Season Opener

The Spanish champions will begin their title defense against Mallorca on Saturday evening at 18:30 BST.

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