Fermín López arrives at the start of the season in spectacular form. The young midfielder stood out as the main figure in Barcelona's latest victory in the Joan Gamper Trophy.
Barça thrashed Como of Cesc Fàbregas 5-0, and Fermín scored the first two goals of the match. In addition, his intensity in pressing and his vision on the field made him stand out above the rest.
After the match, Fermín dismissed any rumors about a possible move to Manchester United. "I want to stay here, it's my dream and I will stay," he stated. A clear message for the fans: he will continue defending the blaugrana colors.
The confrontation with Gavi
Before Fermín established himself in the team, his relationship with Gavi was marked by some tension. The friction between them is mostly personal and off the field, but there have been hints on social media and in interviews. Despite this, on the field they always show professionalism and commitment to the club.
This context adds an interesting nuance to the lead-up to matchday 1 of LaLiga, since both could be key players in Barcelona's midfield. Fermín has made it clear to Gavi: "I'm going to be a starter on Saturday."
Possible starter on matchday 1
Fermín's outstanding performance, combined with Dani Olmo's discomfort, could earn him a starting spot in the first matchday of LaLiga. This will allow Barça to keep its offensive scheme, with a creative and pressing midfield.
Fermín showed ambition but was also aware of the responsibility. "It was a great match from the whole team, high pressing is non-negotiable, we're going to keep it up, I'm happy to help the team." These are words that convey maturity and commitment for a season that promises strong emotions.
Message to the culés
The young midfielder wants to send reassurance to the fans: he's staying, he's committed, and eager to grow with the team. His message is clear and forceful: "A lot has been said, but I'm going to keep defending these colors and working as hard as anyone."
The start of the season arrives with excitement and expectations, and Fermín López seems ready to take on a leading role. His strong performance, combined with the chemistry in the locker room and the ambition to succeed at Barcelona, mean that all eyes are on him for the opening matchday.