A photo change that sparked rumors

Former English soccer player Gary Lineker, FC Barcelona idol in the 80s and current sports commentator, surprised by updating his profile picture on Instagram. The image, in which he appears with a gesture of open arms and a background with the Barça colors, was interpreted as a direct welcome to Marcus Rashford, before the growing rumors linking him to the Catalan club.

A nod to history

Lineker is not only a respected voice in the British media: he is also a beloved figure in Barcelona, where he played between 1986 and 1989. His gesture has been taken by many fans as a symbol of continuity, as he was the last English striker to triumph in the Blaugrana shirt. Now, with Rashford, that link has been renewed with a new generation. The arrival of the England international represents the club's bid to rejuvenate its offensive line.

Rashford signing and Lineker's gesture set off by social networks

The reaction on social networks was immediate.
Lineker's gesture was trending on X/Twitter. Moreover, the post was seen as a sign of full backing for Rashford, who lands at Barcelona.