Newcastle ready to offer €100 million for Barcelona ace, willing to quadruple his salary
Premier League Interest in Barcelona Star Fermin Lopez Intensifies as Transfer Deadline Looms
With just days left before the summer transfer window slams shut, the race to sign Barcelona’s rising star Fermin Lopez is heating up, particularly among Premier League clubs. The 22-year-old midfielder, who enjoyed a breakout campaign last season and has quickly become one of La Liga’s brightest young talents, has attracted attention from several English heavyweights.
Chelsea have already made their move, pushing strongly for his signature. The London club see Lopez as a potential game-changer in midfield, but Barcelona have been reluctant to part ways with their academy gem. Reports suggest the Catalan giants have slapped a €90 million price tag on their academy graduate, signaling they will only let him go for a massive fee.
Newcastle Enter the Race with a Record-Breaking Proposal
While Chelsea were among the first to test Barça’s resolve, the competition has now intensified. According to journalist Jose Alvarez on El Chiringuito TV, Newcastle United are prepared to go all in for Fermin Lopez.
The Magpies, who are set to face Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League group stage, are ready to put forward a staggering €100 million bid—a figure that would eclipse Chelsea’s offer and underline their determination to secure the Spaniard’s services.
But Newcastle’s ambitions do not stop at the transfer fee. The Tyneside club are reportedly ready to quadruple Fermin’s current salary at Barcelona, offering him a financial package that could be extremely difficult to turn down. It’s a move that showcases just how highly Eddie Howe’s side rate the midfielder, whom they view as a key piece in their long-term project to challenge both domestically and in Europe.
Tottenham Also Circle the Olympic Gold Medalist
Adding another twist to the saga, Tottenham Hotspur have also expressed an interest in the Barcelona star. Spurs, who are looking to strengthen their midfield options, are keen on bringing in Lopez, particularly after his impressive performances at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he won a gold medal with Spain.
Fermin Lopez Remains Reluctant to Leave Barcelona
Despite the flurry of offers and eye-watering sums being discussed, Fermin Lopez himself appears hesitant about making the leap to the Premier League. Sources close to the player suggest that while he is flattered by the interest from England, his preference is still to continue developing at Barcelona, where he feels at home and is beginning to carve out a starting role.
The youngster, alongside his representatives, is currently engaged in intense discussions with Barcelona’s sporting director Deco. The talks are expected to revolve around both the financial packages being offered elsewhere and the club’s sporting project, as Lopez seeks assurances about his role under coach Hansi Flick going forward.
A Chaotic Few Days Ahead
As it stands, the future of Fermin Lopez remains uncertain. With Chelsea pushing hard, Newcastle willing to break the bank, and Tottenham lurking in the background, the final days of the transfer window promise to be dramatic. Barcelona face a difficult decision: cash in on their academy jewel for an astronomical sum, or hold firm and trust that Lopez will continue to develop into a key figure at Camp Nou.
Either way, the young Spaniard is shaping up to be one of the defining transfer stories of this summer window.