Nico Williams will become a new FC Barcelona player in the next few hours. Forecasts point to the payment of his release clause between this Thursday and Friday, aiming to close the deal as soon as possible. Between the clause itself and the corresponding CPI, everything will reach €62 million ($62 million), which, along with his salary, will have to be registered for him to play in La Liga.
An exit at Barça
Although it has always been kept that no major sale will be necessary, the reality at FC Barcelona seems to be different. The financial situation has improved, but Nico Williams's arrival practically forces an exit. All eyes are on the attacking front, where there is a certain overbooking and a transfer could happen in the coming weeks.
This is a topic that has been discussed recently and now it seems to have gained importance again. Specifically, Aston Villa is interested in completing the signing of Ferran Torres. The Valencian "9" has stood out as a center forward this past season and is highly regarded by the English team, which is interested in signing him and willing to reach €40 million ($40 million).
Ferran Torres steps forward
At 25 years old and after being heavily criticized, Ferran Torres has played his best season wearing Barça's jersey. Having been definitively converted to a "9", he took advantage of Lewandowski's injury to show his most powerful version.
Ferran finished with a record of 19 goals and 7 assists in 45 matches, being a key piece in Hansi Flick's plans.
With a contract until 2027 and as long as he gives his approval, a sale to Aston Villa would be viewed very positively. In 2022, he was signed for €55 million ($55 million) and now a transfer for about €40 million ($40 million) would be well received.
Ferran Torres, future in doubt
At 25 years old, Ferran Torres is experiencing a moment of consolidation at FC Barcelona, where he has managed to reinvent himself as a "9". Arriving in 2022 from Manchester City, the Valencian has left behind his label as a winger to become a versatile attacking resource and, above all, effective in front of goal.
His conversion has not been accidental. Ferran has worked intensely to improve his finishing, his play with his back to goal, and his ability to break free from defenders. These qualities, combined with his speed and good reading of the game, have allowed him to stand out in a position that was not originally his... but that has ultimately brought out the best of his talent.
In a Barça in full reconstruction, Ferran Torres has earned an important place in the attacking rotation. His competitive mentality, tireless character, and commitment to high pressing make him valuable both with and without the ball. In addition, his growth as a goal scorer has been remarkable, showing that he has the necessary instinct to make a difference in the opponent's box.
With still many years ahead, Ferran Torres is destined to be a key piece in the new culer project, contributing goals, work, and ambition. As long as he doesn't end up going to Aston Villa.