Chelsea table offer for exit-bound Barcelona academy graduate | OneFootball

Barcelona’s plans to offload Ansu Fati this summer have taken a new twist, with journalist Helena Condis reporting that Chelsea have now submitted an offer for the 22-year-old forward.

The English giants join AS Monaco, who have been in advanced talks with the Catalan club for weeks over a potential move.

Ansu’s departure from Barcelona has appeared inevitable for some time, as Barcelona have completely lost patience.

Sporting reasons aside, his significant salary, combined with a contract running until 2027, has become a burden for the club, particularly given its well-documented financial struggles.

Chelsea complicating the deal

Until now, AS Monaco looked like the frontrunners to secure his services. Negotiations between the two clubs are reportedly ongoing over a loan deal that includes an option to buy and a future sell-on clause for Barcelona.

From the player’s side, an agreement was said to be close, with Ansu reportedly giving the green light to the move.

Ansu Fati has an offer from Chelsea. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

However, the entry of Chelsea has added an unexpected twist. The London-based club could provide a more attractive financial package both to Barcelona and the player.

While Monaco may still lead the race, Chelsea’s involvement could significantly drive up the value of the deal or force a change of direction altogether.

Mendes to speed things up

Ansu’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is now set to travel to Barcelona to hold face-to-face talks with his client and club officials.

He will reportedly address several topics during his visit, but Ansu’s future will be at the top of the agenda.

For Barcelona, this could be a decisive moment. The club is desperate to offload Ansu not only to relieve pressure on the wage bill, but also to avoid the risk of further devaluation of a player they once considered untouchable.

Yet, his long-term contract means Barça are not in a position to dictate terms easily. The club needs both the player’s approval and favourable conditions from potential buyers.