Fermín has become one of the most sought-after names at Barça in the market. The young midfielder has attracted the attention of several major European clubs after a season in which, although he hasn't been a starter, he has shown tremendous quality. Barça is aware that they have a diamond in the rough, but they also know that his lack of prominence is sparking interest outside Spain.
Among the clubs that have already inquired about him are Atlético de Madrid and Manchester United. Both teams see Fermín as a player with a modern profile, capable of providing imbalance, arriving from the second line, and bringing a competitive character. His ability to appear in the box and score goals is one of the qualities most valued by scouts.
A very good season individually, but with few minutes
With Hansi Flick, Fermín has experienced a bittersweet season. On one hand, he has made a qualitative leap in his game, adapting to the elite's pace naturally and being key in several matches. His performances have always been positive, with good goal-scoring numbers and an intensity that fits perfectly with Flick's style.
However, the player hasn't had too many minutes. The competition in midfield is tough and, despite his performance, Fermín hasn't managed to establish himself. This situation has further fueled rumors about a possible departure, especially because his market value has continued to rise.
Chelsea determined to sign him
According to El Nacional, one of the teams that has taken the option to sign Fermín most seriously is Chelsea. The London side, managed by Enzo Maresca, is preparing a major restructuring of their squad and sees the Spaniard as an ideal signing. Maresca is a great admirer of Fermín's style and believes he would be the perfect complement for Cole Palmer in the creative area.
Chelsea's interest isn't superficial. The English club would be willing to make a significant offer to secure his services and has already started to make moves. The 'blue' sporting management believes Fermín can be one of the standout names in the Premier League in the coming years.
The 'blues' offer a swap deal
The same information from El Nacional reveals that Chelsea has even put a swap proposal on the table to lower the cost of the operation. The player they are proposing is Christopher Nkunku, a French striker who has had a complicated season due to injuries, but who still keeps a high market value. With this move, the English are trying to convince Barça to let Fermín leave by including a proven footballer.
However, from the Catalan club, they don't seem very convinced by this option. Although Nkunku is a quality player, his injury history and profile don't quite fit into Flick's plans.
Barça values Fermín highly and, unless an irresistible offer arrives, they have no intention of letting him go easily. Meanwhile, they would also be willing to let a second player leave to fully meet Barça's needs.