Despite a stellar season under Hansi Flick, Barcelona winger Ferran Torres is reportedly baffled by the silence from Sporting Director Deco regarding a contract extension. With his current deal set to expire in June 2027, the 26-year-old’s future at the Camp Nou has become a subject of intense speculation.
Torres proved his worth once again last Saturday, netting the winner against Osasuna to bring Barcelona closer to the La Liga title. The Spaniard has enjoyed a career-best campaign, tallying 20 goals in 46 appearances across all competitions.
Deco’s Silence vs. Barcelona’s Renewal Policy
Deco is known for his proactive approach to securing Barcelona’s core talent through early renewals. However, Ferran Torres appears to be the exception. To date, there have been no preliminary talks or even hints at exploring a long-term stay for the former Manchester City man.
The club finds itself at a crossroads. While no final decision has been made, Barcelona must choose between committing to Torres or cashing in this summer to avoid losing him for a cut-price fee as he enters the final two years of his contract.
Many inside the club find the delay “incomprehensible.” Torres is currently in his prime, viewed as a leader in the dressing room, and maintains strong bonds with the team’s senior figures.
Barcelona open to selling their star for just €10 million!
The Julian Alvarez Factor: A Swap Deal with Atletico Madrid?
According to a report by Sport, some Barcelona executives have proposed using Ferran Torres as a “bargaining chip” to lower the price for Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez.
The proposed strategy involves offering Torres plus a cash sum—estimated between €50M and €60M—to convince the Madrid club. Barcelona is banking on the fact that Atletico’s Sporting Director, Mateu Alemany, is a long-term admirer of Torres, having been the man who originally brought the international star to Catalonia four years ago.
The Lewandowski Domino Effect
Ultimately, the future of Ferran Torres hinges on Robert Lewandowski. The 37-year-old Polish striker has a renewal offer on the table:
- If Lewandowski accepts: Barcelona will likely look to sell Torres to balance the books.
- If Lewandowski leaves: Deco is expected to immediately pivot toward securing Torres’s future as a key offensive pillar.
Regardless of the club’s plans, Ferran Torres holds the upper hand. He has the option to see out his contract and leave as a free agent in 2027. This high-stakes game of “transfer chess” is expected to see major developments as the summer window approaches.
