Manchester United ready to sign Barcelona star this summer | OneFootball

Manchester United have already begun planning their summer activity if the latest reports are to be believed, with Barcelona star Ansu Fati becoming the latest player linked with a move to Old Trafford.

Last summer was dominated by rumours surrounding another Barcelona player, Frenkie de Jong, but a move for the Dutchman never materialised.

In hindsight, large parts of the United support may see that as a blessing in disguise as Casemiro joined instead – the Brazilian has been an instant hit at the club.

Erik ten Hag has brought in nine different players since he took over last year, with four of them joining on loan. Now, a permanent move for Fati is being mooted in Spain.

According to Sport, via Sport Witness, the Reds retain their interest in the winger, having been interested in the past. It’s claimed that the Old Trafford club are monitoring Fati’s situation amid his battles with injury and are interested in the Spain international’s future.

Furthermore, the outlet claims United see Fati as a priority for the summer transfer window if Barcelona opt to part ways with the player. As things stand, the Catalan club do not seem willing to sit down and discuss a move but that could change. As per the report, the coming months could be decisive.

SN’s verdict… Fati made a name for himself at Barcelona in 2019 but since then, he has endured three excruciating years due to injuries and his place in the side is far from guaranteed.

He inherited Lionel Messi’s iconic No10 shirt when the Argentine joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 but perhaps an exit is closer than ever.

At United, Ten Hag may be planning for a different left-sided winger to dominate that flank. Marcus Rashford has been in stunning form this season and with just 18 months remaining on his contract, United will be desperate to tie him down to a long-term deal sooner rather than later.