Chelsea are willing to spend €40 million this summer on Barcelona star. The player is very young and is also being chased by Atletico Madrid.
The Blues are headed for a big summer window. They are already plotting the options available in summer market. Enzo Maresca wants new additions in almost all parts of the pitch. The board of the West London club is ready to back the Italian and bring some key players.
Chelsea are very likely to sign a new versatile attacker this summer. They are set to part ways with Nkunku, Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk. In addition, there are doubts over the future of Madueke. Lastly, they are very unlikely to keep Sancho beyond this season.
Chelsea keen to sign young Barca attacker
According to El Nacional, the Blues are showing interest in Fermin Lopez. He is 21 yeard old and can play as attacking midfielder, central midfielder and left winger. He has been a regular first team member for Barca since last season.
The report adds that Chelsea are ready to offer €40 million for Lopez. But, they face competition from Atletico Madrid who too want a versatile attacker. Lopez can be seen as a long-term investment and hence will he a great addition to any club.
However, Barca may hesitate to part ways with Lopez. The 21 year old is playing a big role for Hansi Flick right now. This season he has played 37 games and has registered 5 goals along with 8 assists. In addition, he has already made his debut for Spain national team.
Lopez has came through Barca’s academy. Hence, he may opt to stay with them for a long time. This will make it very hard for Chelsea to convince the player whereas it will come as a big boost for Barcelona.
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