The absence of Ferran Torres from Barcelona’s training sessions this week spoke volumes. The World Cup hero, who scored the decisive goal in the final showdown between Spain and Argentina, is set to trade Catalonia for the French capital. Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona have found common ground on a deal valuing the winger at approximately €50 million. The agreement includes a five-year contract for the Spanish international.

Spanish media reports confirmed Torres’ absence from Barça’s recent training sessions, a clear indication that discussions between the two clubs were progressing smoothly. The striker, signed by Barcelona in 2021 for over €55 million, had been deployed primarily as a false nine under Hansi Flick’s tenure, serving as a backup to Polish striker Robert Lewandowski.

Breakthrough in the transfer talks

Since his World Cup heroics, Torres had kept his future plans under wraps. Despite being under contract with Barcelona until 2027, the club initially rejected PSG’s opening bid of €40 million—including potential bonuses—in the early stages of negotiations. However, the tide has clearly turned, with both parties now nearing the finish line in what has become one of the most closely watched transfer sagas of the summer window.