World Cup Winner Ferran Torres Signs for Paris Saint-Germain
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- Ferran Torres has signed with Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona for a reported 50 million euros.
- The Spanish forward, who scored in the World Cup final, has signed a contract until 2031.
- Torres reunites with PSG coach Luis Enrique, who gave him his international debut.
Paris Saint-Germain has announced the signing of Spanish international Ferran Torres from Barcelona. The 26-year-old forward, a World Cup winner, has agreed to a contract with the French champions that runs until 2031. The transfer fee is reportedly 50 million euros.
Torres brings a wealth of experience to PSG, having previously played for Valencia and Manchester City. He also reunites with PSG manager Luis Enrique, who handed him his international debut for Spain in 2020. During his time at Barcelona, Torres won three La Liga titles and scored 65 goals in 207 appearances, including in the 2025 Copa del Rey final victory against Real Madrid.
Paris Saint-Germain is delighted to announce it has secured the services of Ferran Torres. The Spanish World Cup-winning forward has signed with the Club until 2031.
Barcelona expressed gratitude for Torres's commitment over his four-and-a-half seasons with the club. His departure from Barcelona may potentially influence discussions regarding PSG's winger Bradley Barcola, who has been a target for Premier League club Liverpool. PSG's asking price for Barcola has reportedly been a significant hurdle in those negotiations.
The Club would like to express its gratitude to Ferran Torres for his commitment over the last four and a half seasons as a blaugrana and wishes him all the best for the next stage of his professional career.
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