All the speak in Barcelona this week is about Nico Williams and a possible transfer for the Basque winger. Nonetheless there’s far much less dialogue about potential exits, with many questioning whether or not a sacrifice could be essential if Barcelona do wish to signal the Athletic Membership star. One of many names that continues to emerge as a candidate is Fermin Lopez.
The 22-year-old had an inconsistent begin to the season, however by the tip of the marketing campaign, was one in every of Hansi Flick’s greatest performers. As early again as March although, there have been experiences that Barcelona can be prepared to half with him for round €60m.
Bayern Munich and Chelsea curiosity in Fermin Lopez
Chelsea had been the primary European aspect to be linked to Lopez, however that speak has cooled of late. Earlier this week it was revealed that Bayern Munich had additionally enquired about his availability. The Bavarian giants had been instructed that Fermin was trying to keep at Barcelona.
Saudi Arabia additionally thinking about Fermin
Now Sport are reporting that Saudi Arabian aspect Al-Ahli are thinking about signing him too, and are prepared to supply him a ‘dizzying’ contract. They are saying that Barcelona are open to a deal, however first Al-Ahli should persuade Lopez first although. He would resolve a variety of their wage restrict points, and it is usually famous that a suggestion from Chelsea is predicted. If Lopez does flip down all approaches, Barcelona will look to promote another person, with Ronald Araujo one other prime candidate, regardless of his assurances that he’ll stay. His brokers are extra open to an exit.
Ter Stegen has no intention of creating any additional statements in the intervening time. He believes he has already made clear his need to remain. He is on trip. It is false that he has an settlement with Galatasaray or Monaco. He believes he might be Barcelona’s beginning goalkeeper subsequent…
— barcacentre (@barcacentre) June 16, 2025
Competitors for locations
The problem for Fermin is that he can be competiing onerous for minutes subsequent season. Gavi and Dani Olmo will even be competing for a similar spot subsequent season, whereas Raphinha may additionally start inside extra extra usually if Nico Williams had been to reach.