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- Ferran Torres tells Barcelona he wants a new deal now or will exit for free in 2027
- The Catalan club choose to offer a contract extension rather than sell him this summer
- Torres has scored 40 goals for the club across the last two seasons
- A proposed swap deal involving Julian Alvarez is now off the table
- Manager Hansi Flick values the Spanish forward’s positive influence in the dressing room
Barcelona are drawing up plans for a busy summer at the Nou Camp. The club must find a new centre-forward after Robert Lewandowski confirmed he will leave. This creates a major gap in their attack.
Ferran Torres has played most of this season in that number nine role. The 26-year-old has found the net 21 times in 48 matches during this campaign. He has also set up two goals for his teammates.
However, Torres faces an uncertain future in Catalonia. His current agreement runs out in the summer of 2027. This means he could walk away without a transfer fee in 12 months if he does not sign an extension.
The former Manchester City star issued a clear ultimatum to the club bosses. He told them he wants new terms immediately. If the club refuses, he will depart on a free transfer next year.
Barcelona have now made their choice. Reports suggest they will present Torres with a renewal offer this summer. They believe keeping him is better than cashing in now.
The Spain international is happy with this decision. He wants to stay at the club. Earlier rumours suggested he might move to Atletico Madrid as part of an exchange for Julian Alvarez. That transfer now looks unlikely.
The club’s decision rests on two main points. First, his scoring record shows he deserves a new deal. He has hit 40 goals across the past two seasons. Second, manager Hansi Flick trusts him inside the changing room. Torres helps create a strong team spirit. He lives near midfielder Pedri Gonzalez, and the two stars often drive to training together.