Ansu Fati’s Positive Bond with De Zerbi Fuels Barça’s Coaching Speculation

Ansu Fati, the Brighton forward, showcases his strong rapport with coach Roberto De Zerbi by posting a photo on his Instagram, emphasizing their positive relationship. The Italian coach is among the contenders to replace Xavi at Barcelona, and the Barça fanbase dreams of Ansu’s return.

In the midst of the speculation surrounding Xavi’s successor, Italian manager Roberto De Zerbi has emerged as a top candidate for the Barcelona coaching role. Currently in charge of Brighton, De Zerbi is admired in Barcelona for his football philosophy, which is notably influenced by Cruyffism, with Pep Guardiola being one of his key inspirations.

In recent hours, Ansu Fati himself has shared a photo on his Instagram, capturing a moment on the sofa alongside his current coach. The image reflects the positive relationship between the two, with members of De Zerbi’s coaching staff at Brighton and defender Pervis Estupiñán, who plays for the English club after spells at Osasuna and Villarreal, also featured.

De Zerbi has confidence in Ansu, and the player must demonstrate, from now until the end of the season, that he has regained the form and sensations that made him an idol at the Spotify Camp Nou and even led him to inherit Leo Messi’s ’10’ jersey. Ansu’s potential return next summer is plausible, and if De Zerbi takes over the Barcelona helm, it could increase the likelihood of the reunion.