One of the most promising footballers to come out of the blaugrana academy has already accepted his departure this summer. After several months without prominence, his relationship with Barça is completely broken and beyond recovery. Neither the coach counts on him, nor can the club keep his current salary on the roster.
For years, people thought he would be the natural heir to the great legends of Camp Nou. However, the lack of playing time, injuries, and stagnation in his development have changed that script entirely. At this point, his future is far from Barcelona and the club is only waiting to finalize his destination.
The German doesn't count on him | @FCBarcelona
from exciting starter to financial burden
Contractually, his situation has also become a serious problem for the blaugrana sporting management. He is one of the highest-paid players on the roster, but he has barely featured in the coach's plans. His performance doesn't justify his salary and his sale is essential to activate new operations.
Barça needs to free up wage bill in order to sign in other positions where there are real sporting deficiencies. The famous "1:1" rule requires balancing income and expenses if they want to make additions. That's why, for weeks now, his departure has been a priority in Deco and Joan Laporta's plans.
Joan Laporta at a press conference | @jlaportaoficial
One of the first clubs to show interest has been Monaco, which is looking to strengthen its roster with young talent. The Principality side has identified him as a market opportunity with potential to recover. In a less demanding environment, he could rediscover his best form without so much media pressure.
Moreover, his signing would be very affordable in economic terms, since Barça isn't asking for a large amount. There is even talk of the possibility of granting him a letter of freedom to facilitate the operation. What matters to the club is removing him from the roster before the start of preseason.
Flick with Barça | @FCBarcelona
chelsea enters the race strongly
In recent hours, another club has joined the race strongly and could completely change the player's destination. We're talking about Chelsea, an institution with a shared history with Barça, especially marked by Iniesta's goal in 2009. Stamford Bridge is a special stadium in the culé memory, and now it could welcome another protagonist.
The London team is seriously considering his addition to strengthen their attacking line with a versatile profile. Although there isn't a formal offer yet, talks with his camp have already begun. It would be an ideal move for both parties: playing time, exposure, and a different competitive context from the current one.
Ansu Fati with Barça | @ansufati
Yes, the player in question is Ansu Fati, who debuted as a precocious star and ended up losing his place. At 22 years old, he is living his final days as an FC Barcelona player while he defines his next professional step. Chelsea and Monaco are the best-positioned destinations to secure his signing.
Ansu has already accepted that his future doesn't lie with Barça and is open to leaving as soon as possible. The club wants to finalize his departure quietly but urgently, to free up salary space immediately. Everything points to Stamford Bridge possibly being the stage for his new opportunity.
