FC Barcelona keeps preparing for a very busy summer transfer window, where offers for their young talents are starting to arrive strongly. In the midst of a sporting rebuild under Hansi Flick's leadership, the club knows they will have to make important decisions regarding both arrivals and departures. But they also know there are players who represent much more than just economic value, and that's where the locker room has a say.
Within the blaugrana squad, there are figures who, despite their youth, already play a decisive role in the group's internal structure. Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Lewandowski, and Frenkie de Jong himself have taken on increasing responsibility not only on the field but also in what concerns the club's sporting project. In this context, all of them have agreed on a direct request and Deco already knows it: there are footballers who must not be touched no matter how many offers reach the offices.
Shielded by his teammates
One of those protected names is Fermín López. Despite significant proposals coming from the Premier League and Bundesliga, the locker room leaders are clear: Fermín is untouchable and can't be sold. The young midfielder has completed an outstanding season, earning the respect of his teammates through effort, character, and goals at key moments.
Lamine Yamal has been one of his main supporters, both on and off the field. Pedri and Frenkie de Jong have also conveyed to the board their desire to keep sharing the midfield with him. The squad's message has resonated with Joan Laporta and Deco, who are already handling the continuity of the young blaugrana talent as a settled decision.
Shared commitment
No matter how much money is put forward, Fermín is an essential part of Barça's present and future. Beyond the locker room's support, Fermín himself has also made it clear that his desire is to stay at Camp Nou. The midfielder is grateful for the trust he's been given and has no intention of leaving just when he's managed to establish himself.
He feels valued, excited, and committed to Barça's sporting project. Meanwhile, Flick counts on him as an important piece of his rotation for next season. If the midfield isn't reinforced in the summer, Fermín could even have a bigger role at the Catalan club.