Agent of 22-year-old Barcelona forward strongly suggests summer exit – ‘It’s complicated’

Barcelona’s young forward Ansu Fati continues to face an uncertain future at the club, with limited playing time under Hansi Flick raising serious doubts about his role. 

His agent, Jorge Mendes, recently addressed the situation, stating that although his latest meeting with Barcelona’s board was not specifically about Ansu, there is a real possibility that the player could leave in the summer transfer window.

During a scheduled visit to Portugal, Barcelona president Joan Laporta, sporting director Deco, and other key figures from the club arranged a meeting with Mendes. 

While the primary agenda of the discussion was the contract extension of Lamine Yamal, Ansu’s situation inevitably came into the conversation. 

Mendes’ comments on Ansu Fati

When Mendes spoke to the media after the meeting, he was asked about Ansu’s future. 

Although he admitted that there were no specific talks regarding the winger, he did acknowledge that Ansu needs regular playing time—something that appears increasingly difficult to secure at Barcelona. 

“We haven’t talked about Ansu Fati, but he’s a player who has shown his quality many times and who now needs to play and at Barça it is complicated,” he said as quoted by Mundo Deportivo.

With Hansi Flick giving him very few minutes on the pitch, it is becoming evident that the club does not see him as a key part of their plans moving forward.

Barcelona want him to leave

As a result, Barcelona are actively exploring potential destinations for Ansu in the Middle East. The club has already initiated discussions with teams from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, where there is interest in signing him. 

These clubs not only have the financial capability to match his current salary but can also offer him the consistent game time he desires. 

However, the final decision rests with Ansu himself. If he agrees to leave, a move could be finalised in the summer.

For now, Barcelona will continue working behind the scenes with Mendes to find the best possible solution for both the club and the player.