At Barcelona, they are clear that someone has to leave in order to lighten the wage bill, and although they are selling the idea that the finances are healthy, the problems remain. A major sale cannot be ruled out, and the truth is that Marc-André Ter Stegen looks set to be the one sacrificed due to his high salary, but for months there have been rumors about the possible departure of Ferran Torres, who had a remarkable end to the season and gained importance in the plans of Hansi Flick, who would not like to lose the Valencian.
The most talked-about topic at Can Barça right now is the arrival of a striker to the Azulgrana squad. Nico Williams was the chosen one after his agent, Félix Tainta, called Deco to offer him to Barcelona after what happened last year. It seemed that the agreement was complete between both parties and it was only expected that the Blaugranas would pay his release clause, but financial problems in registering him safely came to light and the Spanish international backed out. He ended up renewing with Athletic Club until 2035 and all his options of reaching the Camp Nou vanished completely.
Once Nico Williams was no longer an option for Barcelona, other names began to emerge. One of them is Luis Díaz, who looks set to leave Liverpool, but Bayern Munich are standing in the way of the deal and, according to reports from Germany, have reached an agreement with the Colombian. Another, somewhat simpler option is Marcus Rashford, as the English striker has said he would like to play for Barcelona, and it should also be borne in mind that Manchester United are desperate to find him a new home.
The economic crisis
And, as we have said, the most talked about topic is Barcelona’s signings, but the economic crisis in the Camp Nou offices is being swept under the carpet. Financial problems continue to exist and the difficulties in registering new signings are real. That is why there could be some important departures from Barcelona. Gavi and Fermín López have been linked with Atlético Madrid, Frenkie de Jong’s salary remains a major problem, as does that of Marc-André Ter Stegen, who they want to sell as soon as possible because Hansi Flick’s first-choice goalkeeper is going to be Joan García.
All these financial problems inherited by Joan Laporta continue to take their toll today, which is why rumors continue to circulate about some important departures. There was even speculation about the departure of Robert Lewandowski, but goals are expensive and right now the Polish player is still synonymous with them. Another player who is always a candidate to leave is Ronald Araújo, but the Uruguayan has said he would like to stay. What is clear is that we will have to wait and see how the summer unfolds to see if any of these sales finally go through.
The possible departure of Ferran Torres
One of the names that stood out last season, especially in the final stretch, was Ferran Torres. The Foios native stood out, but he is still behind Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, and Raphinha. That is why some teams have been interested in signing him, and for months he has been linked with Unai Emery’s Aston Villa, but in recent hours, reports have emerged about his possible move to Birmingham and the $50 million offer that the British club was preparing.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Aston Villa’s interest in Ferran Torres is completely false. Neither Barcelona wants to sell nor do the Villains want to make an offer for him. The player’s desire has always been to succeed at Camp Nou since he arrived from Manchester City, and he is aware that this could be Robert Lewandowski’s last year, so he wants to take advantage of that opportunity if the Polish player starts to show his age.