Ansu Fati named in Monaco squad for Toulouse clash
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Filipe Luis has left out Takumi Minamino, Mika Biereth and Mamadou Coulibaly as Monaco host Toulouse at Stade Louis II.
AS Monaco welcome Toulouse to the Stade Louis II this evening (8.45pm kick-off) for the sixth round of the Ligue 1 season, with Filipe Luis naming a squad that brings a first involvement for Ansu Fati this campaign. The Spanish forward, on loan from Barcelona, has yet to feature competitively for the club but has been included in the matchday group for the first time since his summer arrival.
The Brazilian coach was forced into selection decisions with an otherwise near-complete squad at his disposal, Paris Brunner being the only absentee through suspension. Filipe Luis has opted to leave out Takumi Minamino, Mika Biereth and Mamadou Coulibaly, three players who will watch from the stands as Monaco look to build on their recent league form.
For supporters heading to the Rocher this evening, the inclusion of Fati adds an intriguing subplot to what is otherwise a routine home fixture. Toulouse arrive having shown inconsistent away form this season, and a win would keep Monaco within touching distance of the division's leading pack ahead of the November international break.