Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has secured the signing of Spanish international Ferran Torres from FC Barcelona for a reported fee of £42.7 million . The announcement came on August 15, 2026, following Torres's standout performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where he netted the decisive goal in extra time, leading Spain to a 1-0 victory over Argentina and clinching their second world title.
At just 26 years old,Torres has committed to PSG with a contract that extends until 2031. His move to the French capital marks significant shift in his career, as he transitions from a key player at Barcelona to a central figure in PSG's attacking lineup.
During his tenure at Barcelona,Torres made 207 appearances,scoring 65 goals and providing 22 assists. His last season was particularly impressive; he tallied 21 goals and three assists in 49 matches during the 2025-26 campaign. previous season also showcased his talent,with 19 goals and seven assists from 45 appearances. In total, he played 140 matches in La Liga, contributing 41 goals and 16 assists.
Under management of Hansi Flick, who took over in 2024,Torres adapted to a center-forward role,where he found considerable success. He scored 40 goals in 94 matches across all competitions in the past two seasons. However,his departure leaves a gap in Barcelona's attacking options,especially following the exits of prominent players like Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford. In response,Barcelona has already brought in Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United and Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund to bolster their squad.
PSG views Torres as an ideal addition to their revamped attack, which is undergoing significant changes under the guidance of manager Luis Enrique. The club has seen several players leave,including Goncalo Ramos, Lee Kang-in,and Randal Kolo Muani,while Bradley Barcola is reportedly on Liverpool's transfer list .
Torres's accolades at Barcelona include three La Liga titles in 2022-23,2024-25,and 2025-26,along with two Copa del Rey victories in 2020-21 and 2024-25. He also claimed the Supercopa de España three times in 2023, 2025,and 2026, solidifying his status as a top player in European football.
As he embarks on this new chapter with PSG,Torres aims to replicate his success in La Liga on international stage, contributing to PSG's ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.
