The summer transfer window is fast approaching its end, and FC Barcelona still have to complete a number of operations. In addition to the new arrivals and sales, the Catalans also have to renew the contracts of some of their players and get these contracts registered with La Liga.
Barcelona currently have a number of exciting prospects in their ranks, who can grow to become top-level footballers in the coming years. One such youngster who has been making the headlines for the past few months is Fermin Lopez.
Barcelona renew the contract of Fermin Lopez
Barcelona have made significant progress towards the aim of renewing some of their current players, as they have officially announced the renewal of Fermin Lopez. The new contract will bind the player to the Catalan club till 2027, while his previous contract ran only till the summer of 2024.
This renewed contract will also see the release clause of the player increased to €400 million. This release clause will not only make it difficult for another side to snatch the youngster away from Barcelona in the coming years but also reflects the trust and confidence that the Catalans are placing in the young midfielder.
Fermin Lopez growing rapidly in the last few months
Lopez returned to Barcelona from a loan at Linares only this summer but has been able to convince Xavi about his quality in the short time he has had in this period. The youngster was called up by Xavi to be a part of the pre-season tour of the USA, and it was there that the player made a name for himself.
His performance in the Dallas El Classico will remain one of the most cherished memories for the youngster. In this match against the fierce rivals of FC Barcelona, Lopez made a decisive appearance as he scored a wonderful goal and also gave an assist to help the club get their first victory in the pre-season friendlies.
Thus, Barcelona have successfully renewed the contract of a highly exciting talent. The Catalans would now be expecting more performances like the one he gave against Real Madrid in the USA from Lopez, and hopefully, he would be delivering such performances frequently in the coming years.
