Although he is not as big a star as other La Masia graduates who have made their way to the FC Barcelona first team in the last few years, the midfielder Fermin Lopez is still an important part of Hansi Flick’s squad and a beloved player for the fans, who particularly value his commitment to the Blaugrana club.
As things stand, the Spaniard is a part of Flick’s plans for the next season, as he can play both as an attacking midfielder and as a left winger.
Barcelona to consider good offers for Fermin Lopez
However, the Catalans still need to make some difficult decisions to get over their economic difficulties, and according to SPORT, Barcelona would not rule out his departure if a good offer arrives for him.
Having already signed Joan Garcia and now getting nearer to signing Nico Williams, the Blaugranes need more salary margin to register these new players, and Fermin could be one of the players that ends up being sacrificed.
Meanwhile, with Nico’s potential addition, Raphinha is also expected to be pushed more centrally, playing more as an attacking midfielder. With Dani Olmo and Gavi also present to play in this position, Fermin will have a lot of competition to face in his fight to get a starting spot.
Several clubs interested in the midfielder
However, Barcelona will only sell the midfielder if a good offer arrives for him that satisfies both parties. At 22 years of age, he has a lot of years left to play at the highest level, and he is valued at €50 million at Transfermarkt.
Although he has never hidden his desire to stay and succeed at the Blaugrana club, several big European sides have shown an interest in him, including Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
Some Saudi clubs would also like to have him in their teams, but the player himself might be reluctant to take such a route for his future.
For now, Fermin Lopez is not a priority candidate for a sale for Barcelona, but it remains to be seen how his future will pan out with the Catalan club in need of more salary margin.
