As the summer transfer window nears, Chelsea is aiming to bolster its squad with a major signing. The club has shown interest in acquiring a key Barcelona player through a potential swap deal involving a well-known Chelsea star.
Chelsea’s leadership sees this move as a strategic step to bring more balance to the team. Meanwhile, Barcelona appears open to the possibility, especially if it supports new head coach Hansi Flick’s vision.
In this context, Chelsea has reportedly proposed a high-profile player exchange to Barcelona. The Catalan side, currently seeking to reduce its wage bill and open up space for fresh talent, is evaluating such offers.
According to the Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Chelsea suggested a swap that would send Christopher Nkunku to Barcelona in exchange for Fermín López. However, the report states that Barcelona has turned down the offer, despite their search for a new forward. Coach Hansi Flick views López as a key squad member, even though his goal tally is modest.
López, who is hoping to earn a spot in Luis de la Fuente’s Spain national team squad, has had a productive season—scoring eight goals and assisting 11 times in 46 matches. He has also recently drawn interest from Inter Milan.
