Barcelona –
Charles Ancelotti did not close the chance for young Barcelona players Ansu Fati to join Real Madrid. Barça coach Xavi Hernandez seemed irritated by the speculation.
Ansu Fati’s future in Catalunya is in question. The 20-year-old striker reportedly wants to leave after not getting enough playing minutes.
Last season, Fati played in 51 Barcelona matches with 10 goals and four assists in all competitions. However, Fati only played for 1,824 minutes or an average of around 35 minutes per game.
Fati was also not used as a starter when Barca drew 0-0 at Getafe headquarters in the first match of LaLiga 2023/24. However, Xavi had emphasized that he was not interested in selling the La Masia alumnus by promising the opportunity to play more.
When Ansu Fati really want to leave Barcelona, is Real Madrid interested in accommodating him? Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti did not confirm but also did not refuse.
“He is a young player who has a lot of talent and a player who will have a great future. I will not comment further,” said coach the Italian veteran at a press conference held earlier.
Ancelotti’s comments made the media speculate about Ansu Fati’s potential surprise move to the Santiago Bernabeu. However, Xavi responded emphatically that Fati was not for sale.
“Is this a joke or what?” the former top Spanish midfielder was quoted as saying ESPN. “I was very clear about Ansu last week. He is a very important asset for the club now and in the future. I couldn’t be more clear.”
“I don’t understand the debate that is around him. He is a Barca player and we are counting on him. He is in good form and we are happy with his performances. We wish we could stop talking about this now, because it makes no sense ,” squirted Xavi respond to speculation Ansu Fati the Real Madrid.
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2023-08-19 00:00:05
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