Man Utd willing to splash out €70m on rising Barcelona star as Red Devils switch focus from Benjamin Sesko

Fermin, 21, is considered one of the most exciting young talents to have emerged from La Masia in recent years. His progress with Barcelona has attracted interest across Europe, but now it appears United are willing to make a formal move to bring him to Old Trafford.

United manager Ruben Amorim is keen on adding more dynamism and creativity to his midfield, and he sees Lopez as a perfect match for his tactical system. The Spaniard’s technical skill, knack for arriving in the box, and eye for goal make him an attractive proposition.

Fermin’s name initially came up when United and Barcelona were engaged in dialogue over Marcus Rashford’s potential move to Spain. Though that particular discussion didn’t evolve into a formal proposal, it created a channel that led to renewed interest in Lopez. Since then, United have made their intentions clear. They are prepared to make a lucrative financial pitch to both the player and the club. Reports suggest United are willing to nearly double Fermin’s current wages to tempt him into leaving Spain.

Barcelona are not opposed to the idea of parting with Fermin, especially given their well-documented financial constraints. The club is reportedly holding out for a fee of around €70 million, which would represent one of the largest sales in its history. Such a figure would significantly ease the club’s economic situation. It would allow Barcelona to fully comply with La Liga’s 1:1 financial rule, enabling them to register pending contract renewals and finalise new signings before the season begins.

Despite Barcelona’s willingness to entertain offers, the final word will rest with Fermin himself. He’s acutely aware that competition for midfield spots at Camp Nou remains fierce and that a guaranteed starting role may not be available to him anytime soon. Hence, Lopez must now weigh his prospects of becoming a regular at United against the emotional and professional ties he has with his current club. Moreover, financially, a switch to the Premier League would be incredibly rewarding. The coming weeks will be crucial, with United hoping their salary package and long-term vision will be enough to convince the player to begin a new chapter in England.