FC Barcelona continues shaping its squad for the upcoming season, and one of the names that seems to have no place is Ansu Fati. The young culé talent, who was once pointed out as Messi's heir, has lost weight within the team due to his constant injuries and questions about his level. Although Hansi Flick extended a hand upon his arrival, trusting in his recovery, the situation hasn't turned out as desired.
The passing weeks and the poor performance the winger has shown in training have tipped the balance against him. Today, his departure from the club seems inevitable, and Barça's offices are already working on finding him an ideal destination to relaunch his career. It's no wonder: both Flick and Deco and Laporta agree that he must leave the club and find his place elsewhere, and La Liga appears as his destination.
Two Options on the Table
Despite having offers from abroad, Ansu Fati prioritizes staying in the First Division in Spain. The culé talent wants to remain in an environment he already knows and where he can show that he still has a lot of soccer to offer. In this sense, there are two clubs that have shown a firm interest in acquiring his services: Girona and Villarreal.
Girona, which has been one of the revelation teams of the championship, sees Ansu as a top-level piece for its offense. However, its fall in the standings and the risk of relegation could make the footballer think twice. Even so, the sports project remains ambitious, and it could give him the prominence that has been denied to him in Barcelona.
The More Stable Alternative
On the other hand, Villarreal presents itself as a place with experience in revitalizing careers. In recent years, the yellow club has shown to have an ideal environment for players to reconnect with their best version, and Ansu Fati could benefit from this dynamic.
Additionally, the team's offensive style would fit with his characteristics, and the possibility of playing in European competitions is another important incentive. In this context, Villarreal emerges as a solid and attractive alternative for the winger's immediate future. For now, Ansu hasn't made any decision, but he must do so in the coming hours as a future at FC Barcelona is unviable.