4 European clubs join the race to sign Barcelona outcast
Barcelona has put its star youngster, Ansu Fati on the transfer market as the club looks to offload the winger for the second season in a row. The 21-year-old came back to the Camp Nou after a season-long loan in the Premier League with Brighton & Hove Albion. Hansi Flick, though, has not been convinced of his prowess and is willing to let him leave as Ansu Fati recovers from yet another injury woe.
Diario Sport from Spain has reported that the Catalan club has received genuine interest in Ansu Fati from four clubs in recent days. Olympique Marseille, Wolves, Sevilla, and Benfica are all keeping tabs on the Spaniard. Renowned football agent, Jorge Mendes represents Fati and is working on a suitable solution for his client’s future.
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Ansu Fati broke onto the senior scene as a 16-year-old and was quick to take the world by storm. Unfortunately, fitness worries have halted his progress massively and have seemingly closed the door on his Barcelona journey. With the transfer window shutting in two weeks, Ansu Fati’s situation will be a key talking point in European football.
Ansu Fati’s preference to stay in La Liga after Barcelona chapter
Amongst the interested clubs, Sevilla holds the upper hand due to the player’s desire to continue in his home country. Sevilla’s head coach, Garcia Pimienta has worked with Fati before during his managerial days with the Barcelona youth setup. According to reports, Pimienta is eager and excited to work with the left winger once again which can prove to be a vital positive for Ansu Fati.
Ansu Fati’s €13.6 million annual salary can become an obstacle in a potential deal between Sevilla and Barcelona. A loan transfer with an obligation to buy, hence, seems the most likely method to get the signing over the line. Both parties are aware of the mutual benefits of the transfer and will work rigorously to join hands in the coming weeks.