Barcelona is heading into a critical moment of their season â and young Fermin LĂłpez might just become their secret weapon.
After shining brightly in the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid â showing fearlessness, tactical maturity, and high energy â Fermin has earned the trust of new coach Hansi Flick. Reports from El Nacional confirm that Flick was very impressed with Ferminâs impact off the bench and is now seriously considering starting him against Inter Milan in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final.
Why Fermin LĂłpez could start vs Inter:
- Energy and Fresh Legs: Some key players are visibly tired after a grueling season. Ferminâs dynamism and intensity could be crucial against Interâs tough, physical style.
- Fearlessness: Fermin showed in El ClĂĄsico that heâs not afraid of big stages. He attacked spaces and made smart decisions under pressure.
- Tactical Fit: Flick values players who can press aggressively and switch the tempo â exactly what Fermin did against Real Madrid.
What this means for Barcelona:
- Flick could prioritize energy and momentum over just experience, which is a bold but exciting move.
- Ferminâs rise is also another success story for La Masia, showing that Barcelonaâs academy is producing key players even in the clubâs new era under Flick.
The final call will depend on the last few training sessions before Wednesdayâs match, but Fermin LĂłpez is officially “on the table” to possibly start the biggest game of his young career.