World Cup winner Torres signs for French club PSG from Barcelona
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At a glance
- Spain international Ferran Torres has signed with French club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
- The forward joins PSG from Barcelona for a reported fee of 50 million euros.
- Torres, who scored the winning goal in the World Cup final, has signed a contract until 2031.
Paris Saint-Germain has announced the signing of Spanish forward Ferran Torres from Barcelona, bolstering their squad with a World Cup winner.
The reigning European champions secured the services of the 26-year-old for a reported fee of 50 million euros ($58 million). Torres has committed his future to the Ligue 1 title-holders by signing a contract that runs until 2031.
Torres brings a wealth of experience to PSG, having previously played for Valencia and Manchester City. He is reunited with PSG coach Luis Enrique, who gave him his international debut for Spain in 2020. Enrique expressed his confidence in Torres's ability to adapt to the team's style and fulfill his role in attack.
"Ferran is a top-class international player, who we know really well," Luis Enrique told the media. "I think he will adapt perfectly to what we want him to do. He is a player who can play anywhere in attack."
The signing is seen as a strategic move by PSG, especially as the club anticipates potential departures from its attacking lineup. Torres's versatility and proven track record at both club and international level are expected to be valuable assets for the French giants.
Ferran is a top-class international player, who we know really well. I think he will adapt perfectly to what we want him to do. He is a player who can play anywhere in attack.
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