REVEALED: BARCELONA'S SHOCK PLAN TO OFFER ANSU FATI NEW FIVE-YEAR DEAL - DESPITE PUSHING TO SELL INJURY-PRONE FORMER WONDERKID
Barcelona are preparing a surprise five-year contract extension for Ansu Fati, despite actively trying to sell the injury-plagued forward this summer. The seemingly contradictory strategy reveals the club’s desperate financial maneuvering to avoid another depreciating asset scenario.
The Logic Behind the Move
Preserve Transfer Value
Fati’s current deal expires in 2026 – without renewal, his market value plummets
New contract would include a €50m+ release clause, giving Barca leverage in negotiations
Loan Exit Preferred
Club hopes a strong 2024/25 loan (likely Premier League) could rebuild his value
Brighton remain interested after last season’s mixed spell (4 goals in 25 apps)
Avoid Gavi Repeat
Barca were forced to sell Gavi cheaply due to contract expiry fears
Can’t afford another homegrown talent leaving for minimal fee
Fati’s Dilemma
Wants to Stay: Believes he can still succeed at Camp Nou
Injury History: 15+ separate muscle injuries since 2020
Salary Issue: Currently earns €6m/year – new deal would lower wages but extend term
Potential Suitors
Barcelona’s Masterplan
July: Offer new contract with reduced wages but long-term security
August: Loan to Premier League club with mandatory playtime clauses
2025: Either sell for €40m+ or reintegrate if he regains form
Fan Reactions
Culés: “This is financial chess – we can’t lose him for free”
Neutrals: “Barca treating their La Masia products like stocks”
Fati Loyalists: “Just let the kid play! He’s still only 21”
Expert Take
“This isn’t about football – it’s pure asset management. Barca know nobody will pay big money for an injury-prone player with 2 years left. The contract extension is their only play.” – La Liga insider
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