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Ansu hails 'incredible' Yamal and discusses Barca future

Barcelona loanee Ansu Fati has opened up on his admiration for Lamine Yamal while reflecting on his impressive spell at Monaco. The forward, who has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, appears to have rediscovered his best form in Ligue 1 and is now looking ahead to a pivotal summer regarding his future at Camp Nou.

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Ansu admits ‘playing against Lionel Messi was crazy’

Former Barcelona star Ansu Fati has opened up about the surreal experience of facing football legend Lionel Messi in training, calling it absolutely crazy. In a recent documentary, the talented winger, who is now impressing at Monaco, also highlighted the exceptional abilities of Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe when discussing the best players he has encountered in his career.

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Monaco players blown away by 'phenomenal' Pogba in training

Monaco defender Caio Henrique has revealed that the squad are frequently left saying "damn" when watching Paul Pogba train, despite the midfielder playing just three brief appearances this season. The Brazilian opened up on the World Cup winner's "phenomenal" impact behind the scenes, insisting the former Manchester United star is ready to reach his "best level" again after his long absence from the game.

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Fati’s dip sparks Barca fears Monaco will scrap €11m buy clause

Barcelona are growing increasingly anxious over Ansu Fati’s situation at Monaco, with the French side now reconsidering their €11 million purchase option. After exploding under Adi Hutter, Fati’s minutes and influence have collapsed since Sebastien Pocognoli’s arrival. With the winger goalless in six games, his long-term future has suddenly been thrown wide open.

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Monaco hold off on Fati transfer call despite bright start

Monaco sporting director Thiago Scuro has decided to defer the activation of the €11 million option to make Ansu Fati’s loan move from Barcelona permanent. The Spanish forward has been in fine form since joining the Ligue 1 side on loan, but Scuro emphasised that he must first be provided with the right conditions to develop into an important and consistent player before any transfer decision is made.

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Fati given hope of Spain return by coach De la Fuente

Ansu Fati’s explosive start to life at Monaco has reignited hopes of a Spain comeback. The Barcelona loanee has rediscovered his scoring touch in Ligue 1, netting six goals in five games. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has now confirmed that the 22-year-old forward is “on their radar” ahead of upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

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Barca loanee Fati makes Ligue 1 history with Monaco double

Once hailed as Lionel Messi's heir, Ansu Fati's promising career was derailed by injury setbacks and uncertain loan spells, but the Spanish prodigy has finally found his fire again at Monaco. His electrifying resurgence is cemented by breaking a decades-old Ligue 1 scoring record, as he became the fastest player to reach five goals.

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Pogba 'getting closer' to Monaco debut

Monaco coach Adi Hutter believes Paul Pogba is getting closer to full fitness and is progressing well with the training regimen put in place. The Austrian coach reported that Pogba is doing well both physically and mentally, but he will not rush him into the squad merely to bolster numbers, despite the club facing an injury crisis.

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Fati 'feeling great' after substitute nets Monaco brace

Monaco forward Ansu Fati netted a brace after coming off the bench in their weekend clash against Metz. On loan from Barcelona, the 21-year-old struck just a minute after his introduction before adding a second to complete a comeback victory. Fati said the performance was a major confidence boost for both himself and the team following their midweek Champions League defeat to Club Brugge.

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Mourinho, Fati and Europe's biggest winners & losers

The latest round of action across Europe's elite leagues saw Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Porto maintain their winning starts to the 2025-26 season. However, while everyone expects Bayern to run away with the Bundesliga, Barca are hot on the heels of Madrid in La Liga, while Porto are presently processing the news that the most famous manager in the club's history has just taken charge of their hated rivals Benfica.

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Pogba left out of Monaco squad again as struggles continue

AS Monaco supporters were once again left disappointed after marquee summer arrivals Paul Pogba and Ansu Fati were omitted from the matchday squad for the club’s recent pre-season fixture against Nottingham Forest. Despite hopes that the high-profile duo would make their debuts at the weekend, neither player featured as Monaco marched on with their pre-season preparations.

Frequently asked questions

Darwin Nunez plays as a striker for Liverpool, and also as a left winger occasionally with a tendency to drift into central areas.

Darwin Nunez was born in Artigas, the capital of the Artigas Department, in Uruguay.

Darwin Nunez wears the No. 9 jersey for Liverpool, playing as a striker. He was signed from Benfica for £85 million, including add-ons, in 2022, making him the club's most expensive transfer of all-time.

Darwin Nunez stands at 1.87m (6ft 2in). His athletic frame makes him a tantalising prospect as a striker as he uses his physicality to great effect inside the box.

Darwin Nunez played for local clubs La Luz and San Miguel before being scouted by former Uruguay international Jose Perdomo, who help him get recruited by the Penarol youth academy in 2014.

Darwin Nunez has one child, a son named Darwin, too, with partner Lorena Manas. Nunez is also the stepfather to Manas' first child Chloe, whose father is former Barcelona man Aleix Vidal.

Darwin Nunez is currently dating former internet personality Lorena Manas, who hails from Spain.