Ansu Fati’s academy coach says ‘he had always been a striker’

As relayed by Gerard Romero from RAC1, Barcelona’s former Juvenil A manager Denis Silva revealed some interesting information about Ansu Fati.

Silva talked about the young La Masia player’s talent in front of the goal. He also took credit to be the one who first deployed Fati in the position the world now knows him for.

“I was the first one to put Ansu on the left. He had always been a striker. He’ll score goals in any position that you put him in, but I think he plays better from the left,” said Silva.

The former academy coach’s viewpoint suggests that the Spanish international is better suited on the left wing, though his goal output will continue to be high in any position.

Fati could make his highly anticipated return to football late this month or early next month. The winger has been out of action for close to a year after an unfortunate knee injury.

Though the initial prognosis did not suggest such a lengthy time for recuperation, multiple failed surgeries did not help Fati’s cause.

However, currently, the youngster is finally on track to return on the field for Barcelona. He has been part of the training sessions and has completed them without any complications.

Earlier today, Barcelona announced that the 18-year-old would take the Number 10 shirt for Barcelona. The highly decorated kit, with Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho as its last two holders, brings with it a mountain of pressure.