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After it was confirmed that Ansu Fati underwent surgery and will take four months to recover, the American player could take his place in the meantime.
On November 9, it was confirmed that Barcelona forward Ansu Fati underwent successful knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus, but the bad news is that he will be out for four months. The 18-year-old ‘Wonder boy’ suffered the injury in Barcelona’s 5-2 win over Real Betis last Saturday.
New opportunity for Konrad de la Fuente
Fati became a key player for Ronald Koeman, starter XI so far this season, scoring 5 goals in 10 appearances in all competitions and before the transfer window opens in January, he needs to find a replacement at home. That is why the United States forward, who already made his debut in a preseason match with FC Barcelona, could be the best option for the next matches.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Koeman is satisfied with the work and patience that Konrad de la Fuente has shown since he was promoted to the first team this season. The Dutch coach likes on the left wing, the position Fati has been playing until suffering the knee injury, and could make his official debut in the next matches.
First call to the USMNT
De la Fuente is currently training with the United States men’s national team and could make his debut against Wales on 12 November. On Monday, coach Gregg Berhalter praised the Barça forward during the press conference.
“We have a connection with the coaching staff of Barcelona’s first team and one thing that surprises them is what it gives them on the pitch, its verticality. he is able to stretch the opponent and always make him move backwards. When you can do that now, you can create space between the lines”Said USMNT coach Berhlater.
“He’s relentless with his career behind the baseline and it’s something he’s really worked on. He’s a guy that we’re very excited to work with, excited to get into camp and add that element to our game as well.“
Source: m.allfootballapp.com
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