“Real Madrid came with resentment because Barcelona was winning,” Ansu Fati said with a smile in an interview with AS. He has permanently transferred to Monaco and has just released his debut music album, "Sea como Sea." He hopes to overcome injuries and continue scoring.

Transfer and a New Chapter in His Career

After Monaco paid €11 million for him, Ansu Fati began a new chapter after leaving Barcelona for many years. The forward, born in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, in 2002, inherited Messi's No. 10 jersey at Barcelona but had his rising momentum interrupted by a series of severe injuries. Last season, he delivered impressive performances for the club in the principality, and now he hopes to continue this form in the new season. His ultimate dream remains to return to the Spanish national team.

Daily Life in Monaco

Speaking about life in Monaco, Ansu Fati said, "It's a good place to live, right? Yes, it really is. I'm very happy here; the weather is very similar to Barcelona. So I'm very pleased to be here. We are currently in pre-season training, with many high-temperature sessions, and everyone is preparing for the start of the league."

When asked if Monaco is a place with "many fancy cars and high expenses," he laughed and said he lives in a quiet area: "I'm more low-key... (laughs)."

Feelings About Officially Joining

Speaking about his complete belonging to Monaco, Ansu Fati stated, "Now I belong to the club, and I thank them for being willing to bet on me. I hope I can have a great time and help the team."

Mixed Feelings About Leaving Barcelona

Recalling his feelings about leaving Barcelona, he said, "That's a good question. To be honest, when I signed with Monaco, I had both sadness and joy in my heart. Barcelona was where I spent many years, and I left many friends there, as well as many staff members from La Masia. Everyone sent me messages, and I said goodbye to them. The first few days were tough, but that's life. You have to accept what comes next and move forward."

Finding a Comfortable Environment on the Field

Ansu Fati believes that he has finally found a comfortable and complete environment: "This is thanks to the club's trust in me last year, and the welcome I received when I arrived, and everyone's attitude. I have always tried to give my best and help the team as much as possible, and I feel like I've done it. I played very well in many games. The goal for this year is the same: to be in the best shape and let the fans enjoy my football."

Shift in Mindset Towards Injuries

Speaking about the severe injury he suffered at Barcelona, he said, "Yes, that's life, and that's football. These things happen, and you just have to learn to accept them and move on."

When asked if he had experienced difficulties afterward, Ansu Fati replied, "Yes, many people think of injuries when they talk about me. For many seasons, I suffered from injuries. I accept all of this, and I have always strived to keep myself in good shape on the field. I always focus on football, accept everything, and continue to improve and strive to achieve my goals."

Reflecting on the Gains and Losses of His 16-Year-Old Debut

Regarding whether his first-team debut at 16 affected his later trajectory, he said, "For me, it was good, very good. I went through many things that outsiders don't know about. Getting injured, being out for 10 months, coming back, playing well, and then being out for another 3 months, that's tough. I've been like this for three or four years, with many injuries. If you ask any player who has only had one injury, they will tell you how difficult it is to come back because it takes time. Ultimately, the body also has to adapt to many things. I'm glad I went through all of this, and I cherish everything I experienced at the club. Maybe there are some things I would change, but that's destiny. I accept it, and that's that."

The Desire for "Game Continuity"

Ansu Fati also talked about scoring many goals and even being close to the national team and World Cup squad: "I think what I need is continuity, and that's what I've always asked for. To be able to play, to be available almost the entire season, that's what I'm striving for. If I achieve that, I believe other things will come naturally. I feel that as long as I'm in good physical condition, everything else will follow. In the past few seasons, I haven't been able to maintain continuity, mainly due to injuries, not being consistently available. What I've lacked most in these past years is continuity and stability."

Paying Tribute to Monaco Legends

Speaking about famous players in Monaco's history, such as James and Falcao, he said, "Falcao is a legend here, and James also had a great season. I remember seeing Falcao once in Madrid, and then here too. He came to visit the club one day, and we chatted a bit; he's a very nice person. They are both legends here, and their photos are all over the training ground."

Evaluating the Ligue 1 Style

Regarding Ligue 1, Ansu Fati commented, "Many people would be surprised. If you look at English teams, you'll find that they often sign many players from France. French players are flowing in large numbers to England and Spain. This is a very physical league. Everyone here runs, everyone is fast... The league is very tough. Any player who has been here would say that."

Commenting on the New La Liga Season Landscape

When asked about his thoughts on Barcelona, Adeyemi, and the potential acquisition of Rodri, he said, "In football, anything can happen. Over a few years, one team might be stronger than another. Real Madrid is also actively signing players, with many new players, and I think the new season will be a very interesting league. Mourinho is also back at Real Madrid, so I think it will be a very competitive league. Real Madrid also has resentment because Barcelona has won a lot in recent years. We'll see, but Barcelona is building a very strong team, and many people have known each other for many years, which is also important for building a good team."

Core Personal Future Goals

Speaking about his goals, he said, "Yes, why not? That's also my goal, to keep working hard, playing games, and being available for almost every match. If I do that, I believe no one will doubt that I can reach the level I want."

Hot Discussion on Ballon d'Or Candidate List

After the World Cup, the discussion about the Ballon d'Or has sparked, and Ansu Fati was also asked about Rodri, Messi, and Mbappe: "As a forward, of course, I'd speak about forwards first, but I do think Rodri had a great World Cup. The same goes for Messi; he broke goal and assist records. Mbappe also had a crazy World Cup, being the top scorer. This year is difficult, very difficult. Yamal is also in contention; he's already won titles, so let's see the results."

Talking About La Masia's Younger Player Yamal

When asked if he knew Yamal from his La Masia days and if he was surprised by his level, he said, "No, not really. Those of us who grew up in La Masia all know each other. We generally know who truly has potential, so no one is surprised. When a kid plays very well, as long as they don't encounter serious problems, it's hard for them not to make it."

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