Transfers – Luis Enrique called Ferran Torres, but PSG have plans

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·21 juillet 2026

Transfers – Luis Enrique called Ferran Torres, but PSG have plans

Ferran Torres, the 26-year-old forward for FC Barcelona (under contract until 2027) and Spain, has been reported as a target for Paris Saint-Germain in this transfer window. L’Equipe provided an update on the case this morning, saying PSG’s interest is genuine, but nothing has been finalized yet. Barça still has a say in the matter, while Paris has other options. And Real Madrid could spring a surprise.

“It is not the only case being looked at by the capital club’s management.”

The situation of the 26-year-old forward, who is under contract with Barça until June 2027, had not progressed in recent months. In this context, several European clubs made inquiries, well before his national team’s title. Starting with Paris Saint-Germain. Because of his versatile profile, his ability to play across the front line, and especially as a “false 9” in Luis Enrique’s complex interpretation of the role, Torres ticks quite a few boxes. Paris has not yet made a financial offer to the Blaugrana, and it is not the only case being studied by the management of the capital club.

“The current Paris coach has already called him personally to express his interest.”

Proof that the interest is concrete, the current Paris coach has already called him personally to express his interest, explain his playing project to him, and the role he would have for him in the City of Light. A move that the player was very receptive to, especially since he does not feel the same level of attention from the Catalan executives. If the club’s management changes course, a contract extension for Torres cannot be ruled out, as he is happy in Barcelona. Otherwise, PSG could be a priority option. On the capital club’s side, they are taking their time, aware that the buzz around his goal could drive the price up in the short term. Real Madrid could be among the other options.

As is often said during the transfer window, and it remains just as true: it is better to stay somewhat cautious as long as there are only rumors. The Ferran Torres case has been mentioned by many media outlets, without the slightest confirmation. It is therefore difficult to know where things really stand. But concrete interest from PSG is certainly credible.

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He is a player who fits coach Luis Enrique’s philosophy very well, as Enrique had brought him into the national team when he was in charge of Spain. The forward is versatile, as he can play in all attacking positions. He also knows how to think collectively, with intense pressing and a focus on combination play. Not to mention that he does not complain when he is on the bench, but instead keeps all his energy to help the team once he gets on the pitch. That is something he has done very well at Barça and with the national team, especially at this World Cup. The Spaniard also knows how to be a starter, which seemed to be a stumbling block for Gonçalo Ramos at PSG.

And there is also the opportunity created by his contract situation, with Barça not having pushed particularly hard for an extension. So if coach Luis Enrique has indeed contacted him (which is possible), the player may well be influenced by that show of trust. The transfer seems entirely possible, without being a done deal. The clubs would still need to negotiate. Paris may also be preparing other deals in order to complete the ones that seem most attractive. Negotiations between the clubs could therefore be a decisive factor.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.