As Barcelona wraps up a triumphant season, Hansi Flick’s squad looks ahead to pivotal changes in the summer transfer window.
Although the signings often distract from departures, it’s just as important to remain balanced.
While not many players are on the “out” list because of a good season, Fati is the one young man who has been able to nail down a consistent role this year, so it seems a move away from Camp Nou is likely.
Getting away somewhere else to jump-start his career is now a real possibility.
Ansu Fati has gone from La Masia standout to something like Barcelona’s young player of the year status a few years ago, while the world nearly crowned him as the next best thing.
As Cadena SER reports, he is “almost 100%” going to join Ligue 1 club AS Monaco.
Although Hansi Flick is likely to endorse the player, while the young Spaniard has not been impactful this year, it is logical to explore this option.
Monaco just got UCL contention last week, and sees the 22-year-old as a major signing for their squad.
Fati is said to be excited about the project, which includes UCL football and the opportunity to play under coach Adi Hutter, with a perfect opportunity to reset his career.
Negotiations are currently taking place to find out if the transfer will be a loan option or a permanent deal, and a decision is expected soon.
For Fati, this is a new challenge after the injury and competition at Barcelona.
He can kickstart his career again in Ligue 1 and put himself in front of a whole new audience and opportunity.
Barcelona stands to gain from a potential sell-on clause.
The next couple of days will be important to move negotiations along and see what Fati and both clubs can achieve together.
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