A swift and shrewd move at 'Can Barca'. According to 'La Vanguardia', FC Barcelona have sealed Fermin Lopez's contract extension until 2031. The attacking midfielder, whose current deal ran until 2029, will therefore extend his stay by two seasons.

The Andalusian player, a key figure in Flick's squad, will see his wages increase by 50%. His release clause, currently set at €500 million, will rise to a staggering €1 billion. The same source indicates that the official announcement will follow the Champions League clash against Copenhagen.

'COPE' journalist Victor Navarro has confirmed the news, adding a further detail: the club expects the signing ceremony to take place on Thursday or Friday. Transfer market guru Fabrizio Romano has also reported the information.

Barca have recognised the significant impact Fermin has made, establishing himself as one of their most influential attacking players in 2026. The Huelva-born midfielder has bagged three goals and provided six assists so far this year (10 goals and 10 assists across the season). This extension will undoubtedly excite the entire Barca fanbase, as the player has truly captured the hearts of the 'Blaugranas' fans.

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Looking back to last summer, Fermin Lopez faced uncertainty about his future at FC Barcelona. The attacking midfielder, eager for more game time, listened to tempting offers from Chelsea, who were seriously pursuing him. Ultimately, the Huelva native firmly shut that door, choosing to fight for his place, and time has proven him right.

"I never doubted it. I have always wanted to be here and will fight to stay here for many years. There were always speculations, but all of this is part of football. I was very calm, and I am very happy to continue," the player declared after Barca's clash with Valencia on 14th September 2025, a match where he earned the 'MVP' award.

Having previously extended his deal until 2029 on 31st October 2024, he is now set to put pen to paper on a new contract barely 15 months later. This is his moment, especially with a strong chance of featuring in the World Cup with the Spanish national team.

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