Barça has been searching the market for a while now in search of a right-back who can come in as a substitute but who can clearly fight for a starting place. It's been difficult, but recently Fermín López has put on Laporta's table the possibility of signing a teammate from the national team with whom he has a great relationship: Marc Pubill.
At 21 years old, Marc Pubill stands out for his good offensive projection and his ability to make a difference in both areas. He's a player who, despite being offered now by Fermín, has been on Barcelona's agenda for some time. He's currently playing with Almería's Segunda División, although he has enough talent to be in a soccer elite team.
Fermín López has had a great relationship with Marc Pubill ever since they shared a dressing room. They've also shared days in the Spanish team that played in the Olympic Games. Both were starters and connected wonderfully on the field, making it clear that they are players who can play together. Now, the Andalusian wants to take him to Barça, believing that he has enough level to shine at Camp Nou.
Almería's willing to let Marc Pubill go if he asks, provided that a series of economic conditions are met. Last summer, before Barça intensified its interest, they had already agreed to go to Atalanta. Between fixed and variable fees, the Italians were going to pay 20 million euros for the Catalonian. That's what they are asking now; no more, no less.
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The relationship between Fermín and Laporta is magnificent. In the last few hours, his contract renewal until 2029 was announced, maintaining a clause of 500 million euros.
"I had to be very patient, because I had a longer and more difficult road. I fought hard to get here, now I have to enjoy it. This year I've achieved great, unforgettable things. I'm very happy and I hope I can continue to achieve more," said Fermín López.
Fermín López has put the name of a good friend of his, Marc Pubill, on the president's desk. We'll have to wait until the final decision, but right now it seems unlikely that Barça will make an offer.