Ferran Torres has taken another step toward leaving Barcelona after agreeing to join Paris Saint-Germain and giving the French champions the green light to negotiate his transfer during the current summer window.
According to Spanish outlet Sport, Barcelona are awaiting a formal bid from PSG, with the Ligue 1 side keen to finalize the deal before Torres returns to preseason training with Barcelona next week.
While the Spanish forward has reached a preliminary verbal agreement with PSG, the transfer is not yet complete as the two clubs have yet to agree on a fee. However, Torres’ decision gives Barcelona’s board the green light to make a final call on his future before he enters the final year of his contract.
Why Ferran Torres Wants to Leave Barcelona
Torres’ willingness to move to Paris stems from a growing sense of frustration over his perceived lack of appreciation at Camp Nou, despite an impressive individual campaign last season where he scored 16 goals in 33 La Liga matches.
The 26-year-old is disappointed that Barcelona have not initiated serious negotiations over a contract extension, insisting that any prolonged stay would require the club to show a clear commitment to keeping him through formal contract talks.
Furthermore, Barcelona’s summer spending spree has raised serious doubts over his role for the upcoming season. The club has already signed Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi, while continuing to search for a traditional center-forward.
Why Barcelona Delayed Ferran Torres’ Contract Renewal
Barcelona remain interested in extending Torres’ contract—which currently runs until June 2027—but chose to postpone contract talks until September after the transfer window closes and new signings are officially registered.
This delay is largely driven by La Liga’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. Offering Torres an improved contract would increase the club’s wage bill at a time when Barca need maximum cap space to register new arrivals.
Additionally, a clause in the agreement that brought Torres from Manchester City obligates Barcelona to pay the Premier League champions approximately €7 million if the forward renews his contract, prompting the board to stall for financial reasons.
However, this delay alienated Torres, who felt the club prioritized new signings over securing his future, especially as PSG presented a direct approach and a clear tactical role.
Why Luis Enrique Wants Ferran Torres at PSG
PSG manager Luis Enrique is the driving force behind the move, having previously managed Torres with the Spanish national team and valuing his tactical versatility across the front line.
Luis Enrique views Torres as an ideal fit for his system due to his work rate, off-the-ball movement, pressing ability, and capability to play as a central striker or on either flank.
The French champions are actively seeking attacking reinforcements following Gonçalo Ramos’ transfer to AC Milan, coupled with potential departures for Randal Kolo Muani and ongoing uncertainty surrounding Bradley Barcola’s long-term future.
Ferran Torres Transfer Fee to PSG
Barcelona are holding out for a fee of around €50 million to sanction Torres’ departure, a figure close to the amount they paid Manchester City to sign him in January 2022.
In contrast, PSG are reluctant to match that evaluation with Torres entering the final year of his contract, and are expected to open bidding at under €40 million.
Negotiations between the two clubs are expected to settle between €40 million and €50 million depending on performance-related add-ons, with PSG looking to leverage Torres’ preference to wrap up the deal before he joins Barcelona’s preseason camp.
