There is less than 48 hours left before the end of the summer transfer window, and Barcelona still does not know if Fermin Lopez wishes to leave.
The midfielder continues to arouse the interest of Chelsea, with whom he was in regular contact throughout the week.
On Saturday, Fabrizio Romano reported that Chelsea had submitted his first written offer for Fermin, valued at around 40 million euros, quickly rejected by Barcelona. The La Liga title champion estimates the 22-year-old at almost 90 million euros at this advanced transfer window, which would leave him for a short time to use the funds raised to recruit himself.
According to MD, Chelsea was informed by the entourage of Fermin that a offer of 70 million euros could be enough for Barcelona to give the green light, even if the Catalans cited the previous contract of 116 million euros from the winner of the World Cup of Clubs for Moises Caicedo as a point of reference during negotiations.
Fermin Lopez more expensive than expected
Barcelona points the finger at a swollen premier market
It is not a secret for anyone: Premier League clubs are often the most spending, and it did not deviate from the rule during the summer transfer window. Barcelona believes that any interesting player from one of these teams would be available at a high price, which includes the case of Fermin and Chelsea.
Barcelona would prefer not to sell FERMIN at all, and coach Hansi Flick is confident to be able to keep the services of the young attacking midfielder. However, the club will open the door if it asks to leave, which it has not yet done.
It will be very interesting to see how the situation is evolving with FERMIN.
