Barcelona transfer news: Spanish giants 'set £112m asking price' for PSG-linked duo

Barcelona have reportedly placed a combined £112m price-tag on youngsters Fermin Lopez and Marc Casado Torras amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain.

Twenty-two-year-old Lopez is also known to be attracting attention from Chelsea, who recently lifted the Club World Cup in the United States.

Les Parisiens are chasing reinforcements for their midfield ranks following their defeat to the Blues in the final at the MetLife Stadium.

Luis Enrique's men were expected to canter to the world title, however goals from Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro won the day for Chelsea.

Despite disappointment in New York, PSG enjoyed a marvellous 2024-25, winning Ligue 1 and their first-ever Champions League crown.

Barcelona set asking price for PSG-linked duo?

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Barcelona are laying down their transfer strategy as the summer transfer window continues.

The report states that European champions PSG are keen on securing the services of both Lopez and Casado ahead of the new term.

It is understood that Barca are demanding at least £112m combined for the signatures of the Spanish pair, who are rated highly by head coach Hansi Flick.

Midfielder Lopez is also supposedly wanted by Chelsea, Bayern Munich and struggling outfit Manchester United.

As for Casado, the 21-year-old was recently the subject of a £25m bid for Bundesliga outfit Bayer Leverkusen, who were swiftly rejected.

PSG looking to build a dynasty

After cruising to Champions League glory in some style last season, PSG are aiming to build a dynasty in Paris that will be remembered for decades to come.

A midfield of Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz and Joao Neves has performed admirably in recent times, although Les Parisiens are always looking to bolster their ranks.

With plenty of room to develop, Barca duo Lopez and Casado would be extremely welcome additions to Enrique's ranks this summer. 

Written by
Carter White