According to a report by AS, FC Barcelona is bracing for a potential early return of winger Ansu Fati, as AS Monaco reportedly plans to terminate his loan agreement in the January transfer window.
The 23-year-old Spanish forward, once hailed as Lionel Messi's heir apparent, has struggled to regain his form in France, leading to a tense standoff between the clubs.
Fati signed a contract extension with Barcelona until 2028 last summer, a move intended to ease his exit on loan and alleviate the club's wage burden.
Monaco appeared to be the perfect fit a Ligue 1 side where he could rebuild his confidence away from the intense scrutiny of Camp Nou.
Under coach Adi Hütter, Fati hit the ground running, netting six goals in a short span and earning praise from teammates and staff alike. As the article notes, "Ansu's start in France was encouraging.
Under Adi Hütter's orders, the Spanish international quickly fit into the Austrian coach's system.
In a few weeks, Ansu Fati managed to score 6 goals, earning the trust of the coaching staff and the locker room."
However, Monaco's decision to sack Hütter Fati's key advocate marked a turning point. His replacement, Philippe Clement (referred to as Pocognoli in the original report, but confirmed as Clement in broader context), adopted a different tactical approach, resulting in fewer playing minutes for Fati and a noticeable drop in his performance.
The forward, who had been battling injuries and inconsistency, found himself sidelined once more, exacerbating his disconnection from the team.
Reports from France indicate Monaco's frustration has reached a boiling point. Journalist Romain Molina stated bluntly, "Monaco no longer want him," signaling the club's intent to end the loan prematurely.
According to these sources, Monaco aims to send Fati back to Barcelona in January, a development that could complicate matters for both the player and the Catalan giants.
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