Fermin Lopez remains a key figure for Barcelona’s future after the Blaugrana rejected a move for the 21-year-old midfielder to a Premier League club.
‘Ufabet Sport’ reported on Sunday that Fermin Lopez has attracted interest from both Manchester City and Aston Villa, who are willing to pay up to €70m for the 21-year-old midfielder, but Barcelona have refused to let the club sell.
Fermin has been a breakout star for Barcelona since last เล่นบาคาร่า UFABET เว็บตรง ค่าคอมสูง season and was also part of Spain’s Euro 2024 winning squad and the Bulls’ Under-23 team that won gold at the Paris Olympics.
Manchester United have reportedly been keeping tabs on Fermin for a long time and have been making enquiries about the player’s potential move since last summer, but Barcelona have refused to let the 21-year-old midfielder leave the club before extending his contract until 2029.
Premier League sides Manchester City and Aston Villa were reportedly interested in signing Firmin during the January transfer window, with offers in the region of €70m set to be made, but Barcelona have maintained their commitment to the 21-year-old.
For Barcelona, retaining Lopez amidst such interest is a significant statement of intent. As they navigate financial challenges and aim to rebuild their squad, keeping homegrown talents like Lopez is crucial for maintaining a strong identity on the pitch.
For Manchester United and Aston Villa, Lopez’s rejection signals a need to reassess their midfield targets. United, in particular, have been actively seeking young, versatile midfielders to strengthen their squad under Ruben Amorim. Missing out on Lopez means shifting focus to other emerging talents across Europe.