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Barcelona’s plans to part ways with Ansu Fati this summer have taken an unexpected turn. According to journalist Helena Condis, Chelsea have entered the race with a formal offer for the 22-year-old forward.
The English side now join AS Monaco, who have been in advanced discussions with Barcelona in recent weeks over a potential deal.
Barcelona Losing Patience with Fati
Fati’s departure has been on the cards for some time. Once considered untouchable, the forward has fallen out of favour due to a combination of underwhelming performances and his high wages. His current contract, which runs until 2027, has become a financial strain on the club.
Barcelona’s urgency to offload Fati is driven largely by the need to trim the wage bill and gain flexibility in a summer packed with planned restructuring.
Monaco Were Leading—Until Chelsea Stepped In
AS Monaco had appeared to be the frontrunners. Talks reportedly focused on a loan agreement with an option to buy and a future sell-on clause, which Barcelona favour. Fati was also said to be close to approving the move.
However, Chelsea’s late entry could change the dynamic. The Premier League club are believed to offer more favourable terms, both financially and contractually.
“Chelsea’s involvement could significantly drive up the value of the deal or force a change of direction altogether,” the report noted.
While Monaco remain in contention, Chelsea’s financial power may influence both Barcelona’s and Fati’s decisions moving forward.
Jorge Mendes to Accelerate Discussions
Fati’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is reportedly en route to Barcelona to hold direct talks with both the player and club officials. His visit is expected to focus heavily on clarifying Fati’s next steps.
Barcelona view this meeting as critical. While they want to avoid further depreciation of Fati’s market value, they must also find terms agreeable to all parties—especially with the player holding long-term contractual leverage.
With Chelsea now in the mix, this transfer saga may escalate quickly in the coming days.
This article was updated 3 weeks ago