Exciting! It could be the appropriate term to describe the news recently announced by FC Barcelona through their social media channels. What was it? The Blaugrana team has just announced the medical clearance of one of their most anticipated assets: Ansu Fati.
Ansu Fati, who had been suffering from plantar fasciitis in his right foot since July 24, missing up to five official matches in the 2024/25 season (Valencia CF, Athletic Club, Rayo Vallecano, Real Valladolid, and Girona), is now fully recovered. After participating in some training sessions with the group normally and at a good pace, he has finally received medical clearance and will be able to play against AS Monaco if Hansi Flick deems it appropriate.
At this point, the name of the Barça number '10' has reappeared in a FC Barcelona call-up exactly a year and 22 days later. It is worth noting that Xavi Hernández called him up back in August 27, 2023, for the match between Villarreal CF and Barça, a game in which the forward played around 14 minutes. Since then, Ansu Fati has not worn the Blaugrana shirt in official competition, as shortly after that match, he was loaned to Brighton & Hove Albion.
Ansu Fati, a stellar signing to bolster FC Barcelona's attacking line
Now, the return of Ansu Fati could be excellent news for FC Barcelona, as the player from Bissau could be a key element to strengthen the attacking line. He can play as a left winger, center forward, or even as an attacking midfielder.
It remains to be seen if the Barcelona youth product will get the opportunities that Hansi Flick is expected to provide him, a coach who has shown his intention from the start to rely on him and bring out his best. This could happen if injuries are kind to him, which would be great news for Barça, as they were left with the bitter taste of missing out on the best version of Ansu Fati due to the injuries that have plagued his young career.