Chelsea, once again going for Fermín

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Fermín López, a 23-year-old midfielder, is once again in the spotlight of the Chelsea's transfer market, which is preparing a new offensive to try to lure him away from Barcelona. The operation is aiming at a bid exceeding 120 million euros, as reported this week, although the English club could offer up to 180 million euros.

Fermín López emerges as a target for Chelsea once again

The interest from Chelsea has a direct precedent. The English club already tried to sign Fermín in 2025, offering between 40 and 50 million euros; however, Barcelona rejected the offer, and the player decided to stay at Camp Nou.

The contractual situation has changed since then. Barcelona renewed the midfielder's contract until June 30, 2031, and maintained his release clause at 500 million euros, a condition that positions any negotiation below that figure in the realm of a possible agreement between clubs.

Now Chelsea is making a new move with Xabi Alonso as the coach. The information published this Monday indicates that the coach has received financial backing to pursue the transfer and that the English club would be willing to surpass 170 million euros for the player.

Barcelona has arguments to resist

The sporting context also favors Barcelona. Fermín has scored 4 goals and provided 2 assists in the first five LaLiga matches, following his direct contribution to the 0-5 victory against Valencia with a goal and two assists.

His offensive output had already increased during the previous season. In 2025/26, the midfielder ended with 13 goals and 16 assists, numbers that accompanied his consolidation as a regular piece in the Barcelona team.

Moreover, Chelsea is not in an easy negotiating position. Barcelona improved Fermín's contract after the English attempt and extended his deal until 2031, while Hansi Flick has included him in the team this season despite the existing competition in midfield.

The English club is also willing to offer 180 million euros. At present, Xabi Alonso's team has presented an initial proposal of around 120 million to Barcelona. However, any move from Chelsea must first surpass the resistance of a Barça that has the player contractually protected until 2031.

The next scenario will be the 2027 transfer market, unless Chelsea submits an offer during the season. Fermín López rejected an exit in the past and now has a contract until 2031, so the ball will be back in Barcelona's court if the English offensive becomes an official offer.

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