The Athletic reports Chelsea have approached Fermin Lopez’s representatives to ascertain his willingness to leave Barcelona, a move that could provide the Blaugrana with a much-needed financial boost.
The potential sale of Fermín López could offer Barcelona a vital financial lifeline in the closing hours of the transfer window. While it’s still unclear whether both the player and club will agree to a deal, Chelsea’s interest is concrete, and they are reportedly serious about signing the young attacking midfielder.
According to The Athletic, the Blues have already made contact with the player’s representatives to gauge his interest in a move from Camp Nou to Stamford Bridge. Fermín has been offered a key role in Mauricio Pochettino’s squad and was initially given 48 hours to respond—a window that is now slightly reduced.
Should the player give the green light, Chelsea are prepared to submit a formal bid. Sources in Catalonia, including Sport, suggest that the London club could offer around €50 million for Fermín López. Such a deal would allow Barça to avoid relying on financial guarantees or the sales of Oriol Romeu and Héctor Fort in order to register new signings like Szczesny, Gerard Martín, and Roony Bardghji.
Fermín is seen as a valuable and highly promising talent for Barça. Last season, he scored 8 goals and provided 9 assists in 46 appearances. In October 2024, he extended his contract until 2029 with improved terms and a significantly higher release clause. While often used as an impact substitute—starting just 39 of his 89 appearances for the Blaugrana—he remains an important squad member. However, the club’s fragile financial position and increased competition for places could push both Barça and Fermín to consider a move to the Premier League.
After starting in the La Liga opener against Mallorca, the 22-year-old was benched and did not play a single minute in the following match against Levante. Cameras spotted him in a lengthy conversation with Hansi Flick at the Ciutat de València, with the coach appearing to offer reassurance. Barcelona face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, just one day before the transfer deadline. Whether Fermín will still be in the squad—or whether this transfer saga drags on to the final hours—remains to be seen.
