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Ansu Fati

Ansu Fati is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ansu Fati is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a forward or left winger for AS Monaco. Born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, in 2002, he came through Barcelona's La Masia academy and became one of the club's youngest debutants and goalscorers. He has also represented Spain internationally and was part of the UEFA Nations League-winning squad in 2023.

Early life and youth career

Ansu Fati was born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, on 31 October 2002. He moved to Spain as a child and played youth football in Seville before joining Barcelona's La Masia academy at age ten.

Barcelona career

Fati made his senior debut for Barcelona in 2019 and quickly established himself as a major prospect. He became one of the club's youngest-ever debutants and goalscorers. However, his early senior career was disrupted by injuries.

Loans and later career

Fati spent loan periods at Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League and later at AS Monaco in Ligue 1. Monaco later made the move permanent in 2026. He continues to play for Monaco.

International career

Fati chose to represent Spain at senior international level. He was part of Spain's squad that won the UEFA Nations League in 2023.

Key facts

  • Born in Guinea-Bissau and moved to Spain as a child.
  • Joined Barcelona's La Masia at age ten and progressed rapidly to the first team.
  • Became one of Barcelona's youngest-ever debutants and goalscorers in 2019.
  • Early senior career was disrupted by injuries.
  • Represented Spain internationally and won the UEFA Nations League in 2023.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ansu Fati?
Ansu Fati is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a forward or left winger, initially with Barcelona and later with Monaco.
Where was Ansu Fati born?
He was born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, on 31 October 2002.
Which club did Ansu Fati come through as a youth player?
He joined Barcelona's La Masia academy at age ten after playing youth football in Seville.
Has Ansu Fati played for Spain?
Yes. He has represented Spain at senior international level.
Did Ansu Fati play in England?
Yes. He had a loan spell at Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League.
What is Ansu Fati known for at Barcelona?
He became one of Barcelona's youngest-ever debutants and goalscorers in 2019.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ansu_Fati
    Supports: Biographical overview, Barcelona youth progression, injuries, loan spells, and Spain international career.
  2. FC Barcelona — https://players.fcbarcelona.com/en/player/2747-ansu-fati-anssumane-fati
    Supports: Full name, date and place of birth, youth clubs, senior career at Barcelona, and titles.
  3. Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/en/athletes/ansu-fati
    Supports: Birth in Guinea-Bissau, move to Spain, Barcelona youth career, record as Barcelona's youngest goalscorer, and national-team background.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/292957/ansu-fati
    Supports: Position, nationality, current club listing, and player biography details.
  5. LALIGA — https://www.laliga.com/en-GB/player/ansu-fati
    Supports: Date of birth, place of birth, height, position, and 2025-26 statistics.