Ansu Fati expected to return later this month

Barcelona’s forward line has had a renewed look since the winter transfer window. The arrival and instant impact of Adama Traore, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Ferran Torres gave Xavi a plethora of options in attack.

However, the success of the trio has also given Ansu Fati enough space and time to recuperate without any pressure or spotlight on him. The teenager worked hard in Madrid for several months before returning to Catalonia two weeks ago.

Fati’s recovery is said to be on track, and one can expect to see him in action very soon. According to reports from Javi Miguel, everything indicates that the Spanish international will get minutes against Rayo Vallecano on the 24th of April.

The wonderkid has been through a rough patch with respect to fitness over the past year. Most recently, he was sidelined with a thigh injury during Barcelona’s Copa del Rey clash against Athletic Club and has been out of action for close to three months.

The player will be re-introduced gradually in a phased manner to avoid any further relapse. Fati is seen as a vital part of Barcelona’s project for the next decade, and ensuring his long term fitness is in the club’s best interest.

Earlier this week, Joan Laporta took Ansu Fati’s name when asked about the club’s marquee signing in the summer.

The teenager only started three league games this season but has scored three goals and created one big chance in La Liga

“We already have a superstar and his name is Ansu Fati – we’re waiting for him,” said the president. The youngster’s return will truly be a huge boost for the Blaugrana.