4 goals, 4 assists in 4 games: Barcelona star hits stunning form and justifies his selection
Fermin Lopez was heavily rumored to be leaving Barcelona in the summer due to tough competition from Dani Olmo, which many believed would limit his playing time. However, the opposite occurred — Lopez has emerged as one of Barcelona’s key figures in attacking midfield and a regular starter ahead of Olmo.
His choice to remain at the club has clearly paid off. This season, he has made three starts in the UEFA Champions League and four in La Liga. Considering he missed more than a month because of injury, his role in Hansi Flick’s plans has become essential.
Despite Barcelona’s uneven performances in recent weeks, made worse by numerous player injuries, Fermin Lopez has consistently delivered positive results. After recovering, he returned during the match against Girona as a substitute, then started the next four games — contributing four goals and four assists, averaging one goal and one assist per match.
“His decision to stay at the club, needless to say, has borne fruit.”
Author’s Summary
Fermin Lopez defied summer transfer doubts, rising from backup to pivotal Barcelona playmaker with eight direct goal contributions in four games.