In the summer transfer market, there are proposals that surprise even clubs most accustomed to implausible deals. This time, FC Barcelona received one of those calls that, at first, seem like a bad joke. However, the proposal was completely real and was signed by a world-renowned figure.
From the very beginning, the sporting management was skeptical about the possibility, although they kept listening. The offer came with significant figures and a clear idea of what they wanted to add to their squad. But the curious thing wasn't the amount, but rather the name of the person responsible for this move.
A million-dollar offer that changes nothing at Camp Nou
Barcelona internally considered whether this proposal could alter the team's sporting plans this season. The player in question has been one of the great sensations of the previous campaign and enjoys complete trust. His progress has been meteoric, and neither Hansi Flick nor Deco are considering a sale at this time.
The proposal not only included an off-the-market salary, but also a series of incentives that would be hard to match. From a financial standpoint, the club knew they couldn't compete with those astronomical figures. The real dilemma wasn't financial, but purely sporting.
In Barcelona's offices, they quickly understood that accepting that offer would send a completely wrong message. Sacrificing a young prospect for a one-off benefit would mean betraying the project that's being built. In a locker room like the current one, with many emerging talents, every gesture matters.
The footballer has been clear: he's not leaving
Moreover, the player's own response was as forceful as it was immediate: He has no intention of leaving this summer. His priority is to keep growing at Barcelona, secure his place in the starting eleven, and fight for major titles. Neither money nor fame tempts him as much as the blaugrana crest.
That's why, although the proposal was tempting financially, the decision was made from the very first moment. The club didn't put him on the market, and the player didn't listen to any other offers. His inner circle was also emphatic: His place is at Camp Nou and he doesn't plan to move in the short term.
Despite the rumors that circulated in recent hours, there are no advanced negotiations, not even interest from Barcelona. Everything started and ended with a call from Saudi Arabia, where the market operates with different codes. In this case, they haven't managed to alter the planned script.
Cristiano Ronaldo wanted to take him, but Barcelona has said no
The most striking thing about this story is the figure who led this attempt from Saudi soccer. Cristiano Ronaldo, a European soccer legend and current Al Nassr star, was the one who expressly requested his signing. He wanted to surround himself with young European talent to compete for everything next season.
The player targeted by CR7 was none other than Fermín López, one of Barcelona's great revelations in the past year. His energy, runs from deep, and commitment have made him a key piece for Flick and for the club. Cristiano believed his style fit perfectly in Saudi soccer.
But the answer was clear and definitive: Fermín is not for sale, especially not to go to Saudi Arabia. Neither the player wants to leave nor Barcelona plans to part with one of its greatest current assets. So, as surprising as it may seem, Cristiano Ronaldo's latest request to Barcelona has ended in a resounding no.
