Ferran Torres has been given the day off from training on Wednesday 12 August to complete his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain. Barcelona wants to speed up the sale – but has still turned down PSG’s first offer.
Hansi Flick has confirmed that Torres will not show up for Wednesday’s training, which changes the plans for the Spanish internationals. Torres was supposed to be present at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper together with Pedri, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Pau Cubarsí after extra days off after the World Championships.
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Now, instead, he is in the crucial phase of the transfer negotiations.
Negotiations are accelerating
Negotiations between Barcelona and PSG have gained momentum in recent hours. Despite progress, the final transfer fee still remains to be agreed.
PSG made an initial bid of 40 million euros fixed plus variables. Barcelona rejected the bid – they believe it does not match Torres’ current value. Negotiations are now continuing to increase revenues from the sale.
Barcelona’s demands are said to be over 50 million euros, according to reports this week. Both parties are now approaching a sum that can unlock the deal.
Torres skips training
Torres has asked to skip Wednesday’s training session to complete his future. The permission means that he avoids having to appear for Flick while the transfer awaits the final contacts between the clubs.
The financial part remains the most important remaining challenge. Barcelona have not accepted the first 40 million and hope the next bid reflects the value Torres has achieved after a season with 21 goals in 49 games for the Blaugrana.
Affects planning
His performances have strengthened Barcelona’s negotiating position in the market. The club believes PSG’s original bid needs to be increased before they finally release a player who was widely used by Flick last season.
A possible sale will also affect the team setup for La Liga. The team loses an option in several offensive positions – while the sports directors get income that can be used before the market closes.
However, the transfer between the clubs remains to be completed. Torres’ absence from training on August 12 reflects the progress of negotiations – but the final financial agreement is still needed to complete the operation.
The next few hours will decide
The next few hours will decide Ferran Torres’ future. Paris Saint-Germain must improve the terms Barcelona rejected – and turn the negotiations into a final agreement. Until then, the attacker will remain absent from training while the clubs complete discussions about the transfer fee.
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