Barcelona Open to €60M Sale of Fermín López as Inter Milan Prepare Move
Barcelona and Inter Milan are on the verge of another high-stakes clash—this time in the transfer market. After their fierce Champions League semi-final face-off, Mundo Deportivo reports that Inter has set their sights on Barça midfielder Fermín López, viewing him as a long-term replacement for the aging Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
The 22-year-old Spaniard has impressed in limited appearances, showing flashes of creativity and composure that have attracted interest across Europe. Inter sees López as a priority signing to inject youth and energy into their midfield as they prepare for another season of domestic and continental contention.
Barcelona, constrained by Financial Fair Play regulations and a rigid wage structure, is reportedly open to selling López for €60 million. While new coach Hansi Flick appreciates López’s potential, the midfielder is not considered untouchable, especially with key renewals and squad reinforcements taking priority this summer.
No formal bid has been made yet, but discussions are expected to advance soon. For Barça, the sale would represent a painful but potentially necessary step in balancing ambition with economic reality. For Inter, it could be the first marquee addition to a squad that’s already reached Europe’s elite level.
If the deal goes through, it would underscore Barcelona’s strategic pivot under Flick—prioritizing financial stability and core renewals, even at the cost of letting go of emerging homegrown talent.
