The work in Barça's sports management doesn't stop; on the contrary, it intensifies as the winter transfer market approaches. Deco and company are working against the clock to finalize the departures that will allow the club to make the signings they have in mind, knowing that Rashford's case is still on the table. In fact, the higher-ups at FC Barcelona have set the incorporation of the English player as a "priority" so that Hansi Flick has more options in the attack.
However, despite Barça having done its homework financially and returning to the 1:1 rule of 'financial fair play,' there are still certain limitations. The club can't make additions without first making some departures. With this in mind, the main candidates to leave Barça in the winter market were Ansu Fati and Eric García, but now Ferran Torres's name is also being considered.
Without Establishing Himself at the Club
Since joining FC Barcelona in January 2022, Ferran Torres has yet to find his place in the Catalan club. Between injuries and inconsistent performance in recent seasons, the Spanish forward hasn't achieved the continuity he hoped for, and the club has been considering his departure for some time. However, as he has made clear many times, Ferran doesn't plan to leave Barça, especially not in the winter market, mid-season.
Even though he isn't a starter, the Valencian wants to make the most of every minute he has on the field wearing the Barça jersey. Additionally, Hansi Flick counts on him and doesn't want to lose Ferran under any circumstances unless his replacement is secured. Clearly, the name Deco is working on is Rashford, although the wage bill must be reduced even if he arrives on loan.
A Big Club Pressures for Ferran
According to the latest information circulating around Barça, Milan is on the hunt for a forward for the winter market. The new coach of the Italian club, Sérgio Conceição, considers it essential to add offensive firepower to his team, which has led the Rossoneri management to scour the market. In this regard, Ferran Torres is an alternative being considered by Milan and is starting to be well-regarded by the higher-ups of the Italian club.
Milan's intention, as mentioned by 'El Nacional,' would be to secure Ferran Torres's loan until the end of the season, with a possible purchase option. Certainly, the operation is complicated as a series of conditions must be met for it to be completed before the market closes. However, Milan is clear that they will try.