Barcelona's sporting management team is still working against the clock to lighten the squad and generate the necessary income ahead of the transfer market. Joan Laporta and Deco are aware that every move is key to complying with economic restrictions and allowing the arrival of important reinforcements that Hansi Flick has requested.
In this context, not only the most high-profile names are on the table. Although there has been much talk about possible sales like those of Ronald Araújo or Frenkie de Jong, the reality is that the board is analyzing each case in detail. Therefore, in the offices they are looking for solutions that benefit the club both athletically and financially.
On the list of departures
Among the players whose continuity seemed assured, an unexpected name has emerged: Fermín López. Despite having left a good impression last season, his situation has changed in recent weeks. The board considers that his profile could be expendable if an interesting offer appears that would allow the accounts to be balanced.
Deco and Laporta are evaluating not only his athletic performance, but also the impact his departure would have on the locker room and future signings. With fierce competition in midfield, the possible arrival of more attacking players, Fermín's role could be reduced. This means that a sale is not ruled out if a good proposal is made.
His future hanging in the air
Barça doesn't want to make decisions lightly, but the priority remains to build a sustainable long-term project. Fermín's departure, in this sense, is being studied as a way to open up space in the squad and free up the wage bill to address other priority positions, such as full-back.
The coaching staff is also evaluating the athletic impact of his departure. Although Flick has praised his commitment in training, he knows that the squad has other profiles in midfield who can take on his role. This makes his transfer a real option, as long as the right financial conditions are met.
For now, nothing has been decided, but it is expected that in the coming weeks Barça will start listening to formal proposals. Some La Liga clubs and foreign clubs have shown interest in the young midfielder, which could speed up negotiations.