Brighton have announced the signing of Ansu Fati on a season-long loan from Barcelona, Brighton has confirmed.
“We are pleased to confirm the signing of Ansu Fati on a season-long loan from Barcelona.”
Fati who was handed the number 10 jersey following the departure of Messi was seen as the youngster to replace the Argentine. Unfortunately for Fati, injury played a huge setback to his Barcelona career.
The 20-year-old made 36 La Liga appearances last season for Barca, as they secured their first title in four years.
Men’s first team head coach Roberto De Zerbi said, “This is a great deal for all of us. I am sure Ansu will help us to reach a new target and we can help him get back at the level he deserves to be.”
Technical director David Weir said, “We are delighted to bring Ansu to the club. He is one of the most highly-rated young players in the world and arrives with an impressive amount of experience both domestically and in European competition, despite his age.
“This season is the biggest in the club’s history and we’re really happy that a player of Ansu’s quality is going to be part of it. We will give him the opportunity to embed himself in the squad and to get used to working with Roberto, but naturally, we’re excited to see him in a Brighton shirt.”
Last season he enjoyed more success with club and country, winning La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup as well as the UEFA Nations League with Spain. He also made two appearances at the FIFA World Cup. Fati has represented his country at senior level nine times, scoring two goals.
