Succeeding at a prestigious club like FC Barcelona is the top priority for most young, aspiring footballers. This is especially true for players who have risen through the ranks of the renowned Barcelona academy, and their ambitions extend beyond club success.
Every young player, whether they come from Barcelona or anywhere else in the world, dreams of making an impact on the international stage. Representing their country and wearing their national team’s colors is a shared aspiration among the stars of tomorrow.
One such aspiring talent is Fermin Lopez, a 20-year-old midfielder from Barcelona. Despite having a promising career, he had yet to experience international football. This was especially frustrating for him since many of his peers had already gained international experience at various age levels.
However, there is hope on the horizon for him. Spanish journalist Alfredo Matilla has highlighted that Fermin Lopez is being considered by Spanish National team manager Luis de la Fuente. De la Fuente is already contemplating the idea of integrating Fermin’s talents with those of Pedri and Gavi.
Fermin Lopez made his debut for Spain’s Under-21 team in October but has yet to earn a senior national team cap. However, given his rapid ascent at Barcelona, it seems like a senior national team call-up is only a matter of time.
His remarkable goal against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League marked another milestone in the young player’s career. His standout performance in that match earned him the title of the game’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).
Furthermore, there’s a chance that he may soon feature in an official match against Real Madrid. Although he has already impressed against Los Blancos in preseason, his biggest test awaits at the Montjuic Stadium.