Paris Saint-Germain continues to shake up the transfer market in Europe. After winning the Champions League and strengthening several key positions, Luis Enrique's team is still looking for players to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season. The coach, satisfied with the team's overall performance, believes there's still room to bring in footballers who can raise the level of internal competition.
In Paris, they know the transfer window is entering its decisive stage and that they must move quickly if they want to finalize a major deal. The French club has already shown in the past its ability to sign stars from La Liga, and this time it's targeting FC Barcelona directly. Even more so knowing that it's going through a delicate economic situation and needs at least one significant sale to balance its planning.
Psg launches the offensive
Luis Enrique's target is Fermín López, the midfielder who's stood out for his energy and ability to get into the box, but who doesn't have a guaranteed starting spot under Hansi Flick. Despite his commitment to Barça, the player knows that competing for minutes will be a challenge, especially if he wants to keep his chances of going to the World Cup with the Spanish national team. This situation has sparked the interest of Paris Saint-Germain, which has already put its first offer on the table: €40 million guaranteed plus €10 million in add-ons.
Fermín López's camp says his priority is still to succeed at Camp Nou, but he doesn't rule out listening to offers if his role ends up being secondary. At Parc des Princes, they trust that the player's sporting ambition, combined with the promise of a leading role, could tip the balance in favor of the French side. For PSG, this is a strategic signing, since Luis Enrique knows his potential well and believes he'd fit perfectly into his system.
Barça listens and awaits a decision
Joan Laporta and Deco keep a cautious stance: they haven't put Fermín on the market, but they're aware that any significant sale could ease the club's financial situation. The sporting management understands that, if the player asks to leave, the deal could be closed for a figure above €50 million. Meanwhile, PSG has already hinted that it could go up to €60 million to meet its coach's request.
At Camp Nou, they don't want to rush, but they know the final stretch of the market could be decisive. Fermín López, who recently signed a contract extension, will have to decide whether he prefers to fight for a spot at Barça or accept a project where he'd be a starter from day one. Meanwhile, in Paris they're ready to raise the offer and close another high-profile signing from La Liga.