Barcelona are preparing to offer Fermin Lopez a new contract in the coming weeks as the club looks to secure the young midfielder’s future for the next several seasons. The 22-year-old has established himself as one of Barcelona’s most reliable performers under Hansi Flick and is now competing for a regular starting position.
Earlier in the season, there was no consensus within the club about Lopez’s long-term future, and the door was left open for a potential transfer. Chelsea reportedly made an offer for the Spain international, which he ultimately declined in order to remain at Barcelona. With Chelsea’s interest reportedly continuing and Lopez’s consistent performances confirming that his previous season was no anomaly, Barcelona have entered negotiations for a contract extension.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona have reached a verbal agreement with Lopez and his representatives regarding a new deal. The agreement is expected to extend his current contract, which runs until 2029, by an additional two years. The new deal is also likely to include a significant wage increase, with the signing anticipated within the next week or two.
Lopez’s impressive form last season reinforced his growing importance to the team. During the latter half of the campaign, he stepped up in the absence of Dani Olmo, who was affected by injuries, and ended the season with eight goals and ten assists in 46 appearances. This season, he has already improved those numbers, registering ten goals and ten assists in just 25 appearances, averaging a goal contribution every 77 minutes.
His performances have added competition for places, particularly with Dani Olmo, a €55 million acquisition for the club. Injuries to Raphinha and Pedri have provided Lopez and other squad members with consistent minutes when fit, leaving Hansi Flick with difficult decisions as the season approaches its final stages
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