PSG secure Torres in 50 million euro deal as Barcelona exit confirmed
Ferran Torres leaves Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain in reported 50 million euro transfer, reuniting with former national team coach Luis Enrique.
Paris Saint-Germain has confirmed the signing of Spanish international Ferran Torres from Barcelona, securing the services of the 26-year-old striker on a five-year contract running until 2031. The move, reported to have cost the Ligue 1 champions 50 million euros ($58m), marks a significant shift in the European transfer landscape as Torres departs the Catalan club where he spent the latter half of his career.
The transfer reunites Torres with head coach Luis Enrique, who provided the striker with his international debut for Spain in 2020 during a Nations League match against Germany. In a statement, Torres expressed his delight at joining the ambitious club and thanked President Nasser Al-Khelaifi, football advisor Luis Campos, and Enrique for the opportunity, stating his hope to help the team win further trophies.
Torres arrives at Paris Saint-Germain with a record of 65 goals in 207 appearances for Barcelona, having joined the club in the 2021/22 season. His tenure at the Nou Camp included three La Liga titles and a decisive role in the 2025 Copa del Rey final victory against Real Madrid. In the previous 2025/26 campaign, he contributed 21 goals and three assists in 49 appearances as Barcelona retained their league title.
The striker’s recent form on the international stage has been pivotal, most notably scoring the only goal in extra-time during last month’s World Cup final to secure Spain’s victory over Argentina. His performance in the final, where he came on as a substitute, underscored his value as a high-impact player in major tournaments, adding to his tally of 65 caps for the national side.
Barcelona acknowledged the end of Torres’ chapter with the club, expressing gratitude for his commitment over the past four and a half seasons. The departure of the Spanish forward may also influence ongoing negotiations in the Premier League, where Liverpool has been in discussions with PSG regarding the potential acquisition of winger Bradley Barcola, though talks have been hindered by the French club’s reported asking price of 150 million euros.
The club statement confirmed the completion of the deal, noting that Torres is now part of the two-time Champions League winners’ squad. The move signals PSG’s continued investment in high-profile talent as they look to consolidate their dominance in domestic competition and enhance their standing in European football.
