Rafael Yusti Confirms Barcelona's Commitment to Fermín López: We Are Very Happy with Him
Thursday 28-08-2025
Rafael Yusti, Vice President of FC Barcelona, confirmed during his participation in the UEFA Champions League draw in Monaco, the club's commitment to attacking midfielder Fermín López, emphasizing that the player is under a formal contract with the club.

Yusti said: "Fermín has a contract with the club and we are very happy with him, therefore he is a player at Barcelona."

He added that Barcelona does not plan to part ways with Fermín, indicating that any club wishing to acquire him, especially Chelsea, a competitor in the Champions League this season, must present an offer of no less than 90 million euros, in addition to convincing the player himself.

It is noteworthy that Fermín López is considered a key player in Barcelona's lineup, and the Spanish club sees the player's continuity as part of the team's development plan for the upcoming seasons.

In a related context, Yusti revealed new information regarding Barcelona's stadium for Champions League matches this season, amid ongoing works at Spotify Camp Nou, and clarified that the club will issue an official statement soon to clarify the venue for the team's matches.

Yusti explained: "If you allow me, the club will announce soon about where we will play in the Champions League."

When asked about the timing of this announcement, he said: "It will be as soon as possible."

Regarding the results of the draw that placed Barcelona in a group with strong teams like Chelsea, Newcastle, and Paris Saint-Germain, Yusti expressed optimism and cautioned the club: "We are very proud to be part of this event, which is the best competition in the world. We must work hard and humbly to achieve what our fans aspire to, which is to win the Champions League. We respect all competitors and will give our utmost step by step."

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