Chelsea Make €40 Million Bid for Barcelona’s Fermín López

Chelsea have made a big move in the transfer market. They have offered €40 million for Barcelona’s Fermín López. Now, Barcelona must decide what to do as the transfer window is closing soon.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Chelsea submitted their proposal for Fermín López after recently beating Fulham, with the offer set at €40 million—significantly lower than Barcelona’s €90 million asking price. Reports indicate that Barcelona do not want to sell Fermín this summer and have refused to negotiate for less money. However, Chelsea’s bid demonstrates their determination to secure the player. Chelsea’s interest in López follows their missed opportunity with Xavi Simons, who moved to Tottenham. With less than 72 hours until the window closes, there is growing urgency among all parties involved.

BATTLE FOR THE MIDFIELDER

Fermín López has become increasingly important to Barcelona, having scored 19 goals in 89 games since joining the first team in 2023. He was instrumental in helping them win La Liga in 2025 and has started this season positively. Currently, Barcelona, now managed by Hansi Flick, has high hopes after a very successful first season where they won the Spanish La Liga and Cup. Chelsea, meanwhile, are in a rebuilding phase under Enzo Maresca following last season’s successes in the UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup. They have made significant signings, including Facundo Buonanotte, and are closing in on a deal for Alejandro Garnacho. López’s uncertain future coincides with Barcelona’s struggles concerning squad registration and the need to retain their top players amid financial pressures. Remarkably, López is expected to stay at Barcelona despite the interest from Chelsea.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Both clubs are waiting to see what Fermín López decides. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is confident that he will remain, but increasing pressure from those close to López and Chelsea’s appealing offer injects uncertainty into the situation. Barcelona’s next match is a challenging game against Rayo Vallecano, who qualified for the Conference League last season. Should Barcelona drop points, they risk falling behind in the title race. Chelsea is set to play against Brentford, sitting first, as they wait for Arsenal and Liverpool to play each other. As both teams aim to ascend the table, the pressure mounts to resolve Fermín’s future before the transfer window closes on Monday.