Man Utd and Arsenal 'call Ansu Fati's agent Jorge Mendes about sensational transfer swoop for Barcelona star' | The Sun

MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal are interested in signing Barcelona star Ansu Fati, according to reports.

The 20-year-old is very highly rated by the Catalan club and has broken a number of records in his short career.

He went to the World Cup with Spain but has struggled to nail down a regular spot in Xavi's side this year, starting just seven league games.

That has sparked interest from United and Arsenal with the Red Devils said to be leading the race to sign the winger.

However Cope report both clubs have spoken to Fati's agent Jorge Mendes about a potential transfer.

But deal could prove tricky with Fati under contract until 2027.

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He also has a release clause worth £898million which underlines how highly Barca value him.

United and Arsenal were still keen to make their interest known in case the possibility of an exit emerges, with Fati said to be unhappy with his playing time.

Barcelona also have financial problems and LaLiga chief Javier Tebas has told the club they must reduce the amount they pay on salaries per year by £177million.

That means the Spanish giants could be forced to sell big stars like Fati and Frenkie de Jong.

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The likes of Sergio Busquets and Sergi Roberto both see their contracts at the Nou Camp expire at the end of this season, which would free up some cash, but more may be needed.

Jordi Alba, Franck Kessie, Ousmane Dembele and Ferran Torres may also depart.

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