Ferran Torres has signed his best season since he arrived at Camp Nou. Nobody disputes it. He has performed as a game-changer, scored 16 goals, and has been decisive on important nights.
He didn't start as a regular, but he earned every minute. Flick always highlighted his attitude, his involvement, and his growth. Ferran was key against Atlético in the Cup, scoring the goal that secured a final.
That's why many didn't expect what just happened. Ferran Torres is leaving. He's doing so leaving money and respect.
Ferran Torres | @FCBarcelona
The Premier Calls with 50 Million: Flick Gives the Green Light
Barça needs to sell. The economy rules, and Deco must generate income to sign players. Ferran, with market value and a good reputation, becomes an immediate solution.
Aston Villa has been the first to make a move. Unai Emery wants the '7' and has offered 50 million euros for his signing. An amount that has convinced both Laporta and Hansi Flick.
Flick appreciates him, but he doesn't consider him untouchable. On the contrary. He believes that, with that income, he can bring in an even more game-changing profile.
Ferran Torres | @FCBarcelona
There won't be a press conference or drama. Ferran leaves with his head held high, having fulfilled his role. Barça recovered him as a 'shark,' and now they let him go as a business move.
At Aston Villa, they await him as a star. He will have a leading role, return to the Premier, and be in a team with European ambitions. Ferran sees the challenge favorably and has already given his 'yes.'
Only the final contractual details are missing, but the agreement is complete. In the coming days, it will be official.
Match Against Las Palmas | @FCBarcelona
Flick Already Has the Replacement: Faster, Younger, More Vertical
But the most important thing isn't the sale, it's what it allows. With those 50 million, Barça will accelerate the signing of a new winger. One that Flick personally requested.
The big favorite is Nico Williams. International, young, with dribbling skills, explosiveness, and hunger. Just what Flick is looking for to complement Lamine Yamal on the other wing.
Additionally, Nico has something Flick loves: defensive consistency. He's vertical, but he doesn't disappear without the ball. An ideal profile for his system.
Nico Williams with Athletic | @nicolas_williams9
Laporta already has the plan clear. Ferran leaves a gap and frees up salary space. Nico will fill it, if everything goes as planned.
Athletic Club won't make things easy, but Barça is determined. If they manage to close the deal for less than 60 million, the maneuver will be perfect.
Ferran leaves for 50, Nico arrives for a little more. Flick gains a more complete winger with a lot of future. Barça takes a step forward.
