FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have agreed in principle on a permanent transfer of striker Ferran Torres, according to SPORT and sources close to the French club.

The deal is reported to be valued at $58 million (€50 million) plus a €5 million bonus, allowing Barça to recoup most of the €55 million it had earmarked for Manchester City in 2021.

The transfer saga began during the World Cup, when reports emerged that PSG had entered advanced negotiations with the 26‑year‑old.

Ferran scored only one goal for Spain at the tournament, playing as a substitute behind Mikel Oyarzabal.

That goal proved decisive, coming in the final against Argentina and securing Spain’s second World Cup title with a 1‑0 extra‑time victory.

Barcelona had considered extending Ferran’s contract, which runs until June 30 2027.

Ferran’s nearly five‑year spell at Spotify Camp Nou appears to be ending. He leaves with 65 goals in 207 appearances, having won three La Liga titles.

Ferran Torres Was Set to Remain a Supporting Player at FC Barcelona

During the transfer process, Ferran expressed feeling undervalued at Barça, even telling American media that the club needed to demonstrate its desire for him.

Hansi Flick and the club’s board struggled to understand why Ferran was discontent with a secondary role, especially given his limited playing time for Spain behind Oyarzabal.

Ferran was reportedly unhappy that Barça was pursuing Julián Álvarez as a potential replacement for the departed Robert Lewandowski. Ultimately, he chose to depart, even as Sporting Director Deco may not secure a proven striker.

If that occurs, Flick has indicated that Barcelona will explore internal options, such as Lamine Yamal playing as a false nine, as well as Dani Olmo, and potential signings of Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi.

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