Barcelona youngster could get first Spain call-up for Euro qualifiers this month

Fermin Lopez has emerged as one of the rising stars for FC Barcelona this season. Starting from his performances in preseason, the youngster has become a trusted option for coach Xavi Hernandez.

Lopez has featured in nine competitive matches for Barça this season, racking up two goals and an assist. He was even one of the bright stars in the Catalans’ defeat to Real Madrid recently.

Fermin Lopez in contention for Spain debut

In light of the Spaniard’s excellent season, the Barcelona starlet is in contention to represent Spain in the upcoming international break.

Such was reported at the end of last month, shortly after the youngster’s performances against Shakhtar Donetsk and Real Madrid.

Now, SPORT has offered an update on Fermin Lopez, suggesting that the Barcelona starlet is awaiting a call from Luis de la Fuente.

The Spain NT coach has already heaped praise on Lopez recently. He particularly took note of the player’s performance against Real Madrid last month.

November 10: Big day for Fermin

The coming week will be an important one for Fermin Lopez. with Luis de la Fuente expected to announce his squad on November 10.

The attacker has already represented the Spain U21 squad earlier in the summer. And given his performances for Barcelona this season, there is a very good chance he can play for La Roja in the near future.

If Fermin gets called up, he could appear in Spain’s upcoming matches against Cyprus and Georgia in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers.

With five wins in six matches, Spain are leading the qualifying table, level with second-placed Scotland. The coming few matches, therefore, will pose an excellent opportunity for de la Fuente to try out his luck with young stars such as Fermin Lopez.