Why do Barcelona want Neymar when they have Ansu Fati? Barcelona Shining at 16

Sixteen-year-old Ansu Fati is already the breakout star of this LaLiga Santander season, having taken part in just three games. Born in Guinea-Bissau in 2002, he and his family arrived in Seville when he was just six, where he grabbed the attention of Barcelona.

In his first start for the Catalans on Saturday, he scored and assisted inside six minutes.

With his form as it is, it's hard to figure out why Barcelona ever tried to sign Neymar this summer, particularly given his price tag. The Catalans will try again in the January transfer market, but Fati is giving them reason to give up on the Brazilian.

1. Neymar's cost

Barcelona will have to spend big to sign their former forward, whereas the teenager has come through their academy.

2. Fati is the favourite

There's no doubt about his status as a fan favourite already, and few would understand moving for Neymar now.

3. Lionel Messi

Messi has given his stamp of approval to Fati, which was made public when the photo of them embraced in a hug after his debut against Real Betis surfaced online. Neymar is also wanted by Messi, though.

4. Neymar would put the brakes on Fati

Signing the Brazilian would present Fati with an obstacle that he is unlikely to overcome. The competition for places would be too much should he come in, and Fati would likely stagnate or move on.

5. Another win for La Masia

After criticism in recent years, things are starting to look better at La Masia again and Fati is one of the flag bearers.