Villarreal have set their sights on Barcelona star Ferran Torres as a replacement for Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze who is linked for a summer exit.
Chukwueze ends his contract with the Yellow Submarine in the summer of 2024 and intends to seek new horizons in a top-tier team. Although AC Milan has also shown interest in signing him, they have not yet reached an agreement with Villarreal for his departure.
Villarreal sees Ferran Torres as the ideal candidate to replace Chukwueze. The Spanish winger is considered one of FC Barcelona’s discards for this summer transfer market, since Xavi Hernández, the new coach of the Catalan club, does not have him in his plans. Despite this, Ferran is interested in continuing in the Spanish first division, but is aware that it could be complicated due to his high contract. FC Barcelona would be willing to loan out the player, but under the condition that the club that receives him assumes all of his salary.
At just 23 years old, Ferran Torres is looking for continuity at the highest level of football. Although his stage at FC Barcelona has not been as expected, the Spanish winger has shown his talent and potential in previous seasons. Therefore, a change of scenery could be beneficial for his professional development.
Villarreal, under the direction of Quique Setién, is confident that the addition of Ferran Torres will strengthen their squad and provide a new offensive dimension to the team. Although the operation will not be easy, due to financial aspects and competition from other clubs, the yellow team will do everything possible to ensure the arrival of the talented winger.
In the next few days it is expected that the negotiations between Villarreal and FC Barcelona will intensify to define the future of Ferran Torres. The player is anxious to have continuity in a competitive team, and Villarreal seems to be an attractive option to achieve it.