This season, Barça is showing one of its best versions in recent years. With Hansi Flick as coach, the blaugrana team has regained solidity, competitive character, and an offensive style that is sweeping both in Spain and Europe. The bet on Flick has borne fruit immediately, and the team has already conquered the Spanish Super Cup with authority, surpassing Real Madrid.
But beyond the first official title, Barça maintains an unstoppable pace in all competitions. In La Liga, it is leading; in the Copa del Rey, in the semifinals; and in the Champions, it has proven to be a formidable opponent. Flick has managed to bring out the best in a young but talented squad, combining the experience of veterans with the emergence of youngsters like Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Cubarsí.
In Europe, It Doesn't Go Unnoticed
Barça's level is not going unnoticed outside of Spain. Throughout Europe, it is recognized that Flick's team has found the formula, and many analysts place it as one of the favorites to lift the Champions. Its tactical solidity, striking power, and ability to solve difficult matches have aroused admiration.
In this regard, Unai Emery is very alert to Barça. According to El Nacional, Emery is closely following a key Barça player, someone who has contributed a lot from the bench. The Basque coach believes that this footballer could elevate his team's level next season.
Unai Emery Wants a Barça Player
That player is none other than Ferran Torres, who is having a great season as a game-changer at Barça. According to 'El Nacional', Unai Emery wants to have Ferran at Aston Villa next season and would be willing to offer 35M for his signing. Ferran has scored 13 goals, most of them coming off the bench, which shows his effectiveness and ability to contribute even with few minutes.
Moreover, his versatility allows him to play in various attacking positions, something highly valued in English soccer. Barça, meanwhile, values the proposal positively, although it has not yet made a definitive decision about the striker's future.
Barça Could Consider It to Sign Luis Díaz
However, the possible sale of Ferran Torres is not considered in a vacuum. Barça would be willing to seriously consider the operation if with those 35M it can finance the signing of Luis Díaz, a priority target for the Culer club to strengthen the attack. Luis Díaz is very much to Hansi Flick's liking, who believes that his speed, dribbling, and ability to unbalance would be key to his system.
The sale of Ferran could pave the way. Although Liverpool won't let him go easily, Barça trusts that, with an offer of 80M, the operation can be completed. If so, Barça would be willing to close a very busy summer, with significant changes in the forward line.