The Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo" confirmed that midfielder Fermín López has returned to be the key solution for Barcelona, after playing a decisive role in the team's 2-0 victory over Racing Santander to secure their place in the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey.

The newspaper mentioned that Barcelona struggled a lot in the first half to open the scoring, despite Lamine Yamal's repeated attempts, due to the decreased effectiveness of the wings and the slow attacking pace, before everything changed with Ferran Torres' entry in the second half.

According to the newspaper, Fermín didn't take more than five minutes to make a difference, launching a counterattack with an unexpected pass to Ferran Torres, who took advantage of the space and scored the first goal—a moment that showcased the player's ability to change the pace of the game and create opportunities.

The newspaper added that Racing posed a real threat only once, with a clear chance that goalkeeper Juan Garcia saved in the 94th minute, preventing Barcelona from going into extra time, before Lamine Yamal sealed the match with a second goal from a counterattack.

The report confirmed that Fermín, who provided three assists in the last three matches, continues to prove his value as a player capable of unraveling complexities, granting Barcelona an important victory and a well-deserved qualification in the King's Cup.