Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has said "tough work" is needed if Ansu Fati is to regain his place in the team after leaving the forward out of the squad on Sunday.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has admitted Ansu Fati has caught the eye behind the scenes as the winger continues to fight for his future at the club. Fati has managed just four La Liga appearances this season and has represented Barcelona just once since November 2024 - a late cameo off the bench against fourth-tier Barbastro in the Copa del Rey.

Barcelona are preparing to take on Sevilla in their MD23 fixture in La Liga, knowing that a win would see them cut the gap in the title race to two points. The Catalans have made an excellent start

But his coach is not ready to give up yet. Flick was asked about Fati in a press conference on Saturday and gave a positive update on Ansu, saying he’s improving and trying his hardest to earn a spot in the team.