"Barcelona are reportedly already in talks with the representatives of Chelsea transfer target Fermin Lopez over a new contract. The Spain international's current Barca deal doesn't expire until 2029, but it seems the club are eager to ensure he's tied down and committed for the long term. Chelsea notably made a bid for Lopez last summer, as Fabrizio Romano reported at the time on his YouTube channel. The Blues made an offer of 40m for Lopez,"
"These days, the Premier League has arguably really pulled away from the rest of Europe as the biggest and most competitive league in the world. Fermin Lopez celebrates scoring for Barcelona against Real Madrid (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) From that point of view, a move to Chelsea might well be tempting for a player like Fermin, though the project is also not without its risks."
Barcelona are in talks with Fermin Lopez's representatives about a new contract despite his current deal running until 2029. Chelsea submitted a €40m offer last summer and remain linked with the 22-year-old. The Premier League's quality could make a move to Chelsea tempting, but Chelsea's investment in young players has produced mixed results in returning the club to major trophies. Chelsea won the Europa Conference League and Club World Cup in 2025, yet supporters expect challenges for the Premier League and Champions League. Lopez has been key and settled at Barcelona since 2016, and contract talks make a transfer less likely.
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