Pressure mounts on disgraced Barcelona star to change mind on January exit

Ansu Fati finds himself in a difficult situation at FC Barcelona after having fallen out of favor with coach Hansi Flick.

The 22-year-old was left out of the squad for both matches in the Spanish Super Cup last week and was only used as a substitute in the Copa del Rey match against UD Barbastro.

Given the situation, it seems that Flick has opened the doors to the Spaniard’s departure, although the player himself has been reluctant to leave until now.

It’s time to make a decision

Now, SPORT reports that Ansu Fati has less than 20 days to reconsider his stance and accept a transfer that will allow him to gain consistent playing time for the remainder of the season.

For now, the forward has resisted leaving Barcelona this winter. However, increasing pressure from the club, coaching staff and even parts of his personal circle suggest the number 10 may need to rethink his position.

Ansu began the season with high hopes of recovering his role as a key player. Flick offered words of encouragement in the preseason, suggesting that the The Masia The graduate could have an impact and change the rules of the game.

However, injuries and disappointing performances have led to a different result. To date, Fati has accumulated only 186 minutes in eight games.

The clearest indication of his decline in prominence came in the Super Cup clash against Athletic Club. Despite the absence of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, Flick chose to leave Ansu out of the squad and called up 16-year-old Toni Fernández in his place.

Many in Ansu’s entourage believe he needs regular playing time, even if it means joining a less prestigious team. They hope he sees a mid-season loan as the first step towards regaining his form.

However, his closest family members support his desire to remain at Barcelona, ​​respecting his decision to fight for his place.

Most interested parties agree that a winter loan would be the best solution. Barça is waiting for Ansu to reconsider, but in the end the decision lies with the player with two weeks left before the window closes.