FC Barcelona is going through a period of many changes. Amid rumors, signings, and departures, the club is forced to make difficult decisions to adjust its squad and its finances. Beyond the already known departures such as Ter Stegen or Pau Víctor, there is an unexpected player who could leave the team.
The complicated summer for Ter Stegen and Pau Víctor
With the arrival of Joan García, Ter Stegen's future at Barça is becoming uncertain. The young goalkeeper shows great promise and could take the starting spot from the German, who hasn't had the full support of the coaching staff this season. This makes his departure a real possibility.
Meanwhile, Pau Víctor is also in a complicated situation. Although he is one of the academy's promising talents, the competition in his position is fierce.
The club is looking to make room for new signings and, for that reason, his continuity isn't guaranteed. These two departures are being talked about a lot, but they're not the only ones.
Fermín López, the unexpected player on the departure list
Fermín López is a player who has developed quickly in the first team. Since Xavi brought him up to the senior squad a couple of seasons ago, the midfielder from Huelva has shown commitment and quality. In addition, the fans are fond of him and Hansi Flick also trusts his potential.
However, Barça's financial reality is tough. The arrival of new signings such as Nico Williams and Joan García forces the club to free up salary space. That's why Fermín appears on the list of possible sales, not because his performance is poor, but because of the club's financial needs.
According to Futbol Times, Fermín wants to stay and succeed at Barça. However, Bayern, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United have already shown interest in him.
The tough competition and his role in the team
One of the difficulties for Fermín is the saturation of players in his position. Barça has many attacking and creative midfielders, which limits the playing time he can get.
The coaching staff believe that Fermín performs better near the box, where he can be decisive with goals and assists. However, the creative area is well protected by experienced footballers, which means the academy graduate has to fight for every minute on the field.
Despite this situation, Fermín has shown himself to be a resilient player. He has always known how to face challenges and overcome obstacles to earn his place.
Will he stay at Barça or seek new opportunities?
For now, Fermín remains in Hansi Flick's plans. However, his continuity will depend greatly on the offers that arrive and the club's needs.
The player renewed his contract until 2029, with a release clause of €500 million, which shows the trust the club has in him. But it also makes clear that he would only leave if a great offer that benefits both parties comes in.