Barcelona Slams Door on First Bid for Unsettled Star Forward

Reports indicate Barcelona has turned down an offer from Monaco for winger Ansu Fati as discussions regarding his potential exit continue.

Fati experienced significant difficulties securing playing time last season under Hansi Flick, accumulating less than 300 minutes across 11 appearances in all competitions. Though he declined a departure opportunity in January to fight for his position, he's now reportedly accepted the necessity of leaving this summer.

Monaco emerged as primary contenders earlier this summer, with a transfer seemingly close to finalization, but MARCA has now disclosed that the clubs haven't yet reached agreement on terms for Fati's move.

Barcelona aims to sell Fati permanently, preferably with a repurchase option, but Monaco has not yet committed to signing the underperforming winger beyond a one-season loan arrangement.

Fati's compensation package presents another challenge. Known to be among the club's highest-paid players, Monaco reportedly isn't prepared to cover anything close to a substantial portion of his current salary.

This information is corroborated by SPORT, which adds that Fati will conclude his vacation next week hoping to see a swift resolution. He's eager to leave Barcelona and revitalize a career that once seemed destined for greatness before multiple serious knee injuries impeded his development.

Barcelona hopes to complete Fati's transfer for approximately €15 million ($17.4 million) but is demanding Monaco enhance their offer if they wish to finalize the deal.

Transferring Fati is considered a vital component of Barcelona's transfer strategy as his substantial wages contribute to the club's ongoing struggle to comply with La Liga's salary regulations. Any funds generated through his sale would be considered an additional advantage.