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Luis Enrique gives Ansu Fati chance to impress for Spain before World Cup

Luis Enrique has confirmed that Ansu Fati will start Spain’s friendly against Jordan on Thursday ahead of World Cup 2022.

Fati has only made five starts this season for Barca in all competitions but will be handed the chance to impress the Spain coach in their next match.

Luis Enrique says the youngster has now put his injury problems behind him and must now try to rediscover his best form.

“I ask you not to refer to Ansu as a player who is coming off injuries,” he said. “I see him in better condition than in June, when he couldn’t be with us.