Ansu Fati deal sealed
Monaco have completed the permanent signing of Ansu Fati from Barcelona for €11 million. All formal steps are now finalized, Fabrizio Romano confirms (1). The 23-year-old scored 12 goals during his loan spell with you last season, making this a no-brainer at that price. Jorge Mendes was key in getting this over the line, wrapping up the deal during his time in Monaco this week.
Openda interest emerges
Monaco are among the clubs tracking Juventus striker Loïs Openda. Eintracht Frankfurt and Nottingham Forest are also in the mix (2). The Belgian, formerly of Vitesse, joined Juve for €42 million but could be on the move. With Fati now locked in, adding Openda would signal serious attacking intent ahead of the Filipe Luis era.
Fan reactions
The mood around the Fati deal is overwhelmingly positive among Monaco supporters. Fans see €11 million for a player who already proved himself in the red and white as smart business. The link to the thread is here.
