Ansu Fati seems to be on the verge of leaving FC Barcelona. Coach Hansi Flick’s message in recent games could not have been clearer.
He The Masia The graduate was not included in the squad for the two Super Cup matches and was also left out against Real Betis in the Copa del Rey clash last night. Therefore, it has become clear that his immediate future does not seem to lie with the Catalan club.
Ansu has a contract until 2027 and Barcelona are eager to part ways with him, even if it is only on a six-month loan to free up space for Marcus Rashford.
Ansu awakens the interest of the Premier League
Despite his less than successful experience at Brighton & Hove Albion on loan last season, Premier League clubs continue to monitor Ansu Fati, particularly those in challenging positions and in need of strikers.
In fact, according to SPORT, West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur have expressed interest in signing the disgraced Barcelona attacker.
West Ham, now managed by Graham Potter after the dismissal of Julen Lopetegui, is willing to strengthen its squad to avoid problems at the end of the season.
After all, the Hammers are dealing with numerous injury problems, including that of German international Niclas Füllkrug, while Michail Antonio suffered a broken leg in an accident.
West Ham have already secured the loan of Carlos Soler from PSG, and their next priority is to find a quality striker like Ansu Fati.
Tottenham, although in a less urgent position in terms of attacking options, are also looking to make an offensive addition.
Their recent defeat in the North London derby against Arsenal has increased tensions, prompting them to enter the market, with Fati emerging as an opportunity.
Besiktas interest
Meanwhile, the report indicates that Ansu Fati also has proposals from Turkish Besiktas, who would be delighted to have a player of his caliber, not only because of his quality on the pitch but also because of the significant media impact that his arrival would bring.
Barcelona’s number 10 has until February 3 to make a decision, since the winter transfer market closes on that date. However, clubs are eager to finalize their squads as soon as possible.
Ansu must choose one of the options at his disposal; Otherwise, he risks not playing the rest of the season. Pau Víctor has already surpassed him in the squad, and if Barcelona completes the signing of Rashford his situation will worsen even more.