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Ansu Fati, the young and immensely talented winger, make a temporary move from FC Barcelona to Brighton FC on loan. While this transfer sent shockwaves through the football community, what truly get everyone’s interest was Ansu Fati’s heartfelt comments about his new manager, Roberto De Zerbi.
“It was an unexpected opportunity, and I have to say that manager De Zerbi was the main person who convinced me to come here,” the young phenom remarked shortly after sealing the loan deal. These words were on the influence that De Zerbi, the head coach of Brighton FC, has had on the rising star.
Ansu Fati, who burst onto the scene as one of Barcelona’s brightest prospects, faced a series of unfortunate injuries that questioned his progress in the recent past. His loan move to Brighton FC signifies a fresh start, and his praise for De Zerbi’s role in this decision is all that to the manager’s persuasive skills and vision for the young player’s development.