Overview
- Spanish outlet Fichajes, relayed on Saturday by Football Talk, claims Chelsea are readying a formal offer of about £130m for the 22-year-old midfielder, though no club has confirmed talks.
- Thursday’s Yahoo/MD reporting framed Chelsea’s plan as a possible €150m double deal that would also target AC Milan’s Rafael Leão.
- Barcelona are portrayed as reluctant to sell a key performer mid-season yet may have to weigh La Liga financial constraints when considering a very large bid.
- López is under contract until 2029 and has been highlighted for recent standout displays, including a 5-0 win over Athletic Club referenced across reports.
- Season tallies cited differ between outlets, with reports listing eight goals and either six or eight assists, underscoring that details remain media-sourced and unverified.