Enzo Maresca celebrates the promotion. (Photo: Alex Pantling/Getty Images) (Photo: Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Chelsea remain keen to sign Fermin Lopez from Barcelona, despite failing to make the deal in the summer.
They are passionate about the 22-year-old Spanish midfielder, who have filed an offer of nearly 70 million euros. However, this deal did not come true for Lopez.
Chelsea return to Fermin Lopez
According to Fichajes, they are preparing to return for him when the transfer window opens in January. They are all ready to go out to get the deal done for talented young people.
They could offer players nearly 80 million euros (£70 million). It will be interesting to see if Barcelona is ready to sanction his departure. He was an important player to them last season, but he is not essential. Barcelona’s financial difficulties are well known, and it’s not surprising to be drawn to the idea of letting go of players.
EUR 80 million is a substantial amount for young players who have not yet been proven at the highest level.
Chelsea can use Lopez
Meanwhile, Chelsea will need more cutting edge in the final third, and the 22-year-old could be a long-term investment. They have been overreliant on Cole Palmer for goals and creativity. They added two quality strikers to their team, but they need more creativity. Lopez is the ideal acquisition for them.
He showed that he has the quality to compete at the highest level. He has the technical attributes to adapt to the Premier League. It will also be interesting to see if a transfer can have an immediate impact later in the season.
Chelsea will once again return to the top of English football and need quality players. Signing up to a promising young Spaniard can prove to be a great investment for them.