Brighton and Hove Albion are reportedly keen to extend Ansu Fati’s loan deal from Barcelona, but they face a stiff competition from Atletico Madrid.
The Spanish attacker appears to be out of Xavi’s first team plans after spending the season on loan with the Seagulls.
Furthermore, a recent report from Fichajes as claimed by Caught Offside, the 21-year-old has plenty of suitors even though his future at the Nou Camp is uncertain.
Despite the fact that Fati has missed 14 games for the Brighton this season due to injury, Roberto De Zerbi’s team would prefer to keep the winger on loan for the upcoming campaign.
Owner Tony Bloom may find it difficult to hold onto the Barcelona starlet for an additional season. The Premier League outfit are not the only one vying for number 31, who is out of favor at the Catalan club.
Barca’s La Liga rivals, Atletico Madrid are likewise huge admirer and hope to add the Guinea Bissau-born attacker to their squad for the upcoming campaign.
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These rumors coincide with Memphis Depay’s intense speculation that he may be leaving Atletico. Should the former Manchester United winger depart, Fati may welcome the chance to take his place after what has so far been a patchy season.
It remains to be seen where Fati would end up ahead of the 2024/25 season as both Brighton and Atletico are set to battle for the youngster.
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