With just days left in the transfer window, Chelsea are ramping up their efforts to sign Barcelona’s 22-year-old midfielder Fermín López, following the collapse of their deal for Xavi Simons. Barça remain cautious, leaving the decision in the player’s hands.
Chelsea have set their sights on Barcelona midfielder Fermín López as the final days of the summer transfer window approach. The Blues missed out on Xavi Simons, now moving to Tottenham for around €60 million, and are reportedly ready to improve their offer to secure Fermín’s signature.
“Chelsea is willing to improve its latest offer this Friday to convince the Barcelona youth player. The English club wants him no matter what after losing Xavi Simons and will push to secure his signing in this final stretch of the transfer window,” Mundo Deportivo reported.
Barcelona, however, are reluctant to let the 22-year-old leave. Coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco consider him integral, with Fermín continuing to train normally ahead of upcoming matches. “Fermín’s future remains undetermined, and everything will depend on the player’s final decision,” Mundo Deportivo added.
With just three days left, Chelsea’s pursuit could test both the club’s and player’s resolve.