Ferran Torres became one of Barça's most important pieces during the last campaign. He knew how to adapt to the role of impact substitute and finished the season with a remarkable goal tally. His commitment, sacrifice, and development fully convinced the coaching staff.
Hansi Flick found in him a top-level resource who solved matches coming off the bench. His effectiveness in front of goal and his ability to play in several positions made him a key wildcard. However, the scenario has completely changed with this summer's moves.
Ferran Torres | @FCBarcelona
The signing of Marcus Rashford has shaken up the attacking hierarchy at FC Barcelona. The Englishman has arrived on loan to take the left wing and will be one of the undisputed starters. This has pushed Ferran aside, who now sees his role could be drastically reduced.
The Valencian player wants to keep growing and isn't willing to be left without minutes. He is 25 years old and is in full footballing maturity, so he is looking for continuity. In this context, the offers that have arrived are starting to make more sense than ever.
Barça needs to sell
The club's financial situation forces them to seek income before the market closes. Laporta and Deco know they have to balance the books to register all the signings. A sale like Ferran's would help relieve that wage pressure immediately.
The sporting management considers him an asset with a market and that he has increased his value after his great season. In fact, several proposals have already arrived from European clubs with firm interest. So far, the response has been negative, but that could change very soon.
Meanwhile, Ferran wouldn't mind a change of scenery if that guarantees him a leading role. His desire has always been to succeed at Barça, but he doesn't want to be relegated after the new signings. If a serious proposal arrives and the club opens the door for him, he won't put up obstacles.
Ferran Torres is untouchable for Flick | @FCBarcelona
A proposal close to 50 million
In recent days, there has been a key breakthrough in one of the ongoing operations. A club has raised its offer to 50 million, getting close to the figures Barça demands. This proposal has been viewed very positively by the sporting directors.
Deco has doubts because he values what Ferran brings to the group, both in play and attitude. But he also knows that this amount would be very difficult to match with another player in a similar role. Flick, although he appreciates him, hasn't demanded his continuity as an absolute priority.
The coming days will be decisive to close the deal. If there are no setbacks, the agreement could be finalized before the end of the week. Talks are advanced and the player already knows all the details of the project that awaits him outside Camp Nou.
Ferran Torres | @FCBarcelona
An unexpected destination: Aston Villa
For some time, a club has insisted time and again on signing the international striker. Despite interest from other teams like Chelsea or Atlético, it has been another club that has pushed the hardest. It's Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, who wants him as a key piece for its new project.
They already tried in previous transfer windows, without success, but now they're back with everything. In Birmingham, they're convinced Ferran can make a difference in the Premier League with continuity. Emery sees him as an ideal reinforcement to compete in Europe.
Everything is ready for the deal to be closed. All that's left is for Barça to give the final green light to the sale. If there are no unexpected twists, Ferran Torres will head to Aston Villa for 50 million euros.
