Chelsea are ready to make a statement of intent over their pursuit of Fermin Lopez, with the Blues willing to fork out €100 million for the Barcelona star.

According to Fichajes, Chelsea are reportedly willing to table a €100 million offer to test Barcelona’s resolve on Fermin Lopez. The Blues are intent on signing the player, and should they be encouraged, a bid may not be far away.

Fermin Lopez has been in the news, with stories emerging on how Hansi Flick did his best to stop the player from leaving the club back in the summer. The German boss considers the 22-year-old as a pillar in the team for the present and future.

Barcelona could have cashed in on the attacking midfielder in the summer, when teams like Chelsea made approaches. The Blues were probably the closest to getting the player over the line, but eventually the Spaniard and the Catalans decided against a move.

The Blues have not lost touch with the player and are still interested, although this time they are ready to make a huge statement of intent. Chelsea are ready to go all out to sign Lopez and are reportedly willing to table a sensational €100 million offer to sign the player, probably this month or maybe next summer.

Lopez is part of Chelsea’s huge spending plan on top-rated stars, and at the moment, should they come through with the reported €100 million offer, things might take a massive twist. Lopez has shown he can operate at the top level, as his numbers of 20 goals and assists across all competitions showcase that.

Barcelona to sell Fermin Lopez?

Barcelona are still teetering on the edge with their finances, and could find ways in the market to get some deals done. For some time now, many have anticipated a big sale of one of their homegrown players, and should Chelsea come up with the €100 million bid, the Catalans might potentially think about a sale.

From Lopez’s perspective, he’s currently still a rotational option under Flick, although there’s a feeling he will be a mainstay in the team moving forward. However, should Chelsea make the big bid, they are also showing an intent to make the 20 G/A sensation a key part of their project, something that may entice the Spaniard towards making the switch.