Fermín López Reaffirms Barcelona Commitment Amid Chelsea Interest

Fermín López says he never wanted to leave Barcelona, even with transfer rumors linking him to Chelsea. The young midfielder insists he wants to stay and fight for his place at the club for years. In fact, he has signed a long-term extension with Barcelona, which will keep him at the club until June 2029, as confirmed in a recent report.

WHAT HAPPENED?

There were reports connecting Fermín with a move to Chelsea, who are looking for new talent to strengthen their squad. Today, Fermín addressed the rumors, saying: “I never doubted staying at Barcelona. There were speculations, but in the end, I always wanted to stay here. And I will fight to stay here for many years!” This statement comes after weeks of uncertainty, showing his determination to remain at Camp Nou. Furthermore, a recent update indicates that Fermín López will reportedly stay at Barcelona despite Chelsea’s interest.

BARCELONA’S SEASON SO FAR

Barcelona is currently second in La Liga, just two points behind first-placed Real Madrid. A previous report noted that Barcelona has had an inconsistent start to the season, but they are still in the UEFA Champions League, preparing for their opener at Newcastle mid-week. Fermín has featured in 31 games for Barcelona last season, scoring 7 goals and providing 4 assists—a major contribution for a 22-year-old midfielder. His influence in big matches has helped keep Barcelona in the title race.

LOOKING AHEAD: FIXTURES AND AMBITIONS

Barcelona face Getafe after the Champions League opener. Getafe is third on goal difference, after winning nine points from four matches after an impressive start to the season. Fermín’s public commitment comes at a crucial time, as the club relies on squad unity to close the gap at the top. Fans and coaches will hope his leadership and form continue as they chase trophies in the coming weeks.