There have been many rumors in recent weeks and Barça's locker room "has mobilized". This is the information published by "El Nacional", indicating that Lamine Yamal has gotten to work to try to stop a possible departure. The Spanish star has "personally conveyed" a clear message to Joan Laporta: He doesn't want Fermín López to leave.
Many voices point to Fermín as the famous "painful sale" to register the signings that will take place this summer. But the locker room is clear: The attacking midfielder is a key piece, both for his high footballing level and for his role in the group. He is highly valued in every aspect and nobody wants to lose him, including Lamine Yamal.
Fermín López is untouchable, but...
In this regard, the aforementioned information has pointed out that from FC Barcelona's board they have already made it clear to the locker room that nobody wants Fermín to leave. He is untouchable and there is no intention to let him go, with Joan Laporta being aware that, although income is necessary, the young core of the revamped project can't be dismantled.
However, everything could change with an offer that would make Barça throw its hands up. Fermín López hasn't asked to leave and his dream is to succeed at Camp Nou. However, an offer over €70 million (70 millones de euros) could change everything. He is a homegrown player and everything obtained would be a completely positive impact on "fair play"...
Fermín López's situation is complicated
From inside the locker room, especially in the figure of Lamine Yamal, there is a lot of respect for his competitive character. He never gives up and always trains at the highest level. That has sparked admiration from both teammates and the coaching staff.
In addition, Barça isn't willing to let him leave easily. The board believes that his sporting and economic value will rise. They trust Fermín can be one of the pillars of the near future.
As of today there are no doubts: Fermín López will remain at Camp Nou. Offers will keep coming, but Fermín has already made his decision. In his mind there is only one goal: To succeed wearing Barça's jersey. The problem is that there is a long summer ahead and many things can happen.