Barcelona attacker Ferran Torres has been linked with a move away from Camp Nou. The Spain international has struggled to live up to his expectations since joining the Blaugrana from Manchester City in the January transfer window of 2022.
He has played 67 games in all competitions for Barcelona thus far, scoring 14 goals and assisting eight more. The Blaugrana are reportedly looking to re-sign Lionel Messi during the upcoming summer window. They could cash in for Ferran Torres to fund the transfer.
Barcelona Ferran Torres linked with Premier League move
According to a report by talkSPORT, Premier League clubs Arsenal and Aston Villa are interested in signing Barcelona attacker Ferran Torres during the summer window. Ferran Torres is contracted until 2027 with the Blaugrana. It will take a hefty transfer fee to lure him out of Camp Nou.
The Spain international has previously played in Premier League with Manchester City. He spent one-and-a-half seasons at the Etihad Stadium between 2020 and 2022.
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Ferran Torres played 43 games for the Cityzens, registering 16 goals and four assists. The 23-year-old attacker helped Manchester City win one Premier League title and one EFL Cup.
Barcelona legend urges Lionel Messi to join Premier League club
Former Barcelona midfielder Carles Rexach has suggested Lionel Messi to join Manchester City during the summer window. While speaking to Radio Villa Trinidad, he said: “The ideal team for Lionel Messi is Manchester City because he can still shine there.”
“If you ask me, the team that plays the way Barcelona played ten years ago is Manchester City and it is the place where Messi could fit in to continue winning things.”
Lionel Messi is in the final year of his contract with PSG. Talks over a new deal have stalled in recent weeks. He is expected to move away from Parc des Princes during the summer window.
Barcelona are leading the race to sign him, while Manchester City and Inter Miami are also keeping tabs on his situation. It would be intriguing to see where he will be playing next season.
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When will Barcelona play next?
Barcelona are currently at the top of the La Liga table, with 83 points from 33 games. They will next lock horns against Espanyol in a league game at RCDE Stadium on May 15.
