The summer transfer market is shaping up as a new challenge for FC Barcelona's sports management. With Hansi Flick's consolidation on the Barça bench, the club seeks to reformulate the squad and make a competitive leap, but economic limitations continue to mark every market move. To sign, they first need to free up space, and in that context, there are several players on the way out.
Evidently, one of the most delicate cases is Ansu Fati's. The youth player, who once inherited the legendary number "10" jersey, hasn't managed to settle in with either Xavi or the German coach. His minutes have been scarce, injuries frequent, and his impact far below expectations.
A new beginning outside Barça
Although the Catalan club still believes in his talent, the general feeling is that he needs a new environment to regain confidence and continuity. Therefore, one of the options that has gained strength in recent hours is Celta de Vigo. The Galician team wants to strengthen their attack for the upcoming season and has identified Ansu as a market opportunity.
Barça views a loan favorably, a formula that would allow the player to gain minutes without completely parting with his contract. Additionally, Ansu would reunite with Ilaix Moriba, another former Barça player with whom he keeps a good relationship from the youth categories and could help him return to his best level. That personal connection, combined with coach Claudio Giráldez's offensive style, makes Celta an ideal destination to relaunch his career.
Favorable conditions for everyone
Celta's interest is not only sporting but also economic. The club would be willing to take on a significant part of Ansu's salary, something crucial for Barça, which needs to lighten its wage bill to comply with fair play. This operation would fit with Deco's strategy, who seeks creative formulas to make room for possible additions in defense and attack.
There is also consensus from Flick's coaching staff: Ansu is not part of the main rotation. If the forward wants to feel important again, he needs a change of scenery, and doing so within La Liga could facilitate his monitoring and evolution. Ansu's future will be solved soon: the player's entourage and Barça's sports management will hold meetings in the coming days to decide the next step.