Barcelona confirm agreement with PSG for Ferran Torres

Barcelona have confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of Spain star Ferran Torres.

The Shark moves in a transfer worth a reported €50 million and has signed a contract with Luis Enrique’s side until 2031. He will wear the No.9 shirt at Parc des Princes.

Here’s Barcelona’s official statement:

“FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement for the transfer of Ferran Torres to the French club.

“FC Barcelona would like to express its gratitude to Ferran Torres for his dedication throughout the four and a half seasons in which he has defended the Barça shirt and wishes him the best of luck in this new stage of his professional career.”

Torres has also uttered his first words since becoming a PSG player.

“I’m delighted to be beginning a new adventure at such an ambitious club as Paris Saint-Germain,” he added.

“I’d like to thank President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Luis Campos and coach Luis Enrique for giving me the opportunity to join the team, which I hope to help win as many trophies as possible.”

Torres spent four and a half seasons at Barcelona, scoring 65 goals in 207 games and winning three La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey.