Tottenham, West Ham United interested in out-of-favour Barcelona academy graduate | OneFootball

Ansu Fati is appears to be on the verge of leaving FC Barcelona. The message from manager Hansi Flick in recent matches could not have been clearer.

The La Masia graduate was not included in the squad for the two Super Cup matches and was also left out against Real Betis in the Copa del Rey clash last night as well. As such, it has become clear that his immediate future does not seem to lie with the Catalan club.

Ansu has a contract until 2027, and Barcelona are eager to part ways with him, even if it is only on a six-month loan to free up space for Marcus Rashford.

Ansu attracts interest from the Premier League

Despite his less-than-successful experience at Brighton & Hove Albion on loan last season, Premier League clubs continue to monitor Ansu Fati, particularly those in challenging positions and in need of forwards.

Indeed, according to SPORT, West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur have expressed interest in signing the out-of-favour Barcelona attacker.

West Ham, now managed by Graham Potter after Julen Lopetegui’s dismissal, are keen to strengthen their squad to avoid struggles at the end of the season.

The Hammers are after all grappling with numerous injury issues, including to German international Niclas Füllkrug, while Michail Antonio has suffered a fractured leg in an accident.

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West Ham have already secured Carlos Soler on loan from PSG, and their next priority is to find a quality forward such as Ansu Fati.

Tottenham, while in a less urgent position regarding attacking options, are also seeking to make an attacking addition.

Their recent loss in the North London Derby against Arsenal has heightened tensions, prompting them to enter the market, with Fati emerging as an opportunity.

Interest from Besiktas

Meanwhile, the report states that Ansu Fati also has proposals from Turkish side Besiktas, who would be delighted to add a player of his calibre, not only for his quality on the pitch but also for the substantial media impact his arrival would bring.

The Barcelona No. 10 has until 3 February to make a decision, as the winter transfer window closes on that date. However, clubs are eager to finalise their squads as soon as possible.

Ansu must choose one of the options available to him; otherwise, he risks not playing the rest of the season. Pau Víctor has already surpassed him in the squad, and if Barcelona complete the signing of Rashford, his situation will further worsen.