Barcelona have confirmed a new deal for midfielder Fermin Lopez, tying him to the club until 2031. Lopez was under contract until 2029 as it was, but has been rewarded for his impressive 2025, as he challenges Dani Olmo for a starting spot.
The 22-year-old broke into the senior side under Xavi Hernandez, but has gone from strength to strength under Hansi Flick. In the second half of last season, he transformed into one of Barcelona’s main goal threats, scoring 10 goals and giving eight assists. This season already, Lopez has 10 goals and 10 assists to his name.
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In the summer there was some suggestion that Barcelona would be open to selling Lopez to ease their salary limit issues, and towards the end of the transfer window, Chelsea came in with an offer. Fermin turned it down at the time, but there was talk that Chelsea were still interested in him.
Barcelona’s new deal for Lopez will reportedly grant him a considerable wage rise, and extend his deal by a further two years, having signed his last deal less than two years ago. It would seem to end Chelsea’s interest in him.
