Cristiano Ronaldo Requests Ansu Fati: Al-Nassr Target Barça Forward Amid Uncertain Future
Al-Nassr is reportedly eyeing a move for Barcelona’s Ansu Fati during the upcoming summer transfer window—at the direct request of Cristiano Ronaldo. According to Catalan outlet Sport, the Saudi club is looking to reinforce its attack and sees the 22-year-old forward as a prime candidate.
Fati is currently going through a rough spell at Barcelona under new coach Hansi Flick, struggling for minutes and form. His situation has sparked interest from several clubs, both in Europe and beyond, but Al-Nassr has emerged as a serious contender. Representatives from the Saudi club were even present at Barça’s recent clash with Borussia Dortmund, allegedly to assess Fati’s status and gauge the feasibility of a deal.
With Barcelona open to offloading players who are not central to Flick’s plans—mainly for financial and squad restructuring reasons—Fati’s exit is becoming increasingly likely. Despite once being hailed as the heir to Messi’s No. 10 shirt, injuries and inconsistent performances have stalled his progress.
A move to Al-Nassr could provide Fati with a fresh start and the regular playing time he needs to reignite his career. It would also remove him from the intense pressure cooker of Barcelona, offering a more stable environment for growth.
For now, Fati’s future remains uncertain—but with Ronaldo himself pushing for the move, the Saudi club could soon land one of La Masia’s most talked-about graduates.
