Overview

• SunSport reports Chelsea are prepared to offer around £50m and wages of up to £13m per year for Fermin López.
• Marca, as cited by CaughtOffside, is reported to say López is seriously considering joining Chelsea this window.
• Barcelona are described as reluctant sellers, with reports suggesting a valuation near €70m and a contract running to 2029 with a sizable release clause.
• Coverage notes that a sale could help Barcelona’s financial and registration situation following recent signings, though no agreement has been announced.
• Reports also say Chelsea’s ability to proceed depends on outgoings, Manchester United have been monitoring the player, and Spanish outlets have aired unverified claims of dressing-room tensions.