PSG’s race to secure Ferran Torres before Barcelona’s summer reset

Paris Saint‑Germain face a looming attacking void for the upcoming season and have pinpointed Barcelona forward Ferran Torres as the prime solution, hoping to seal the deal before the Catalans complete their summer overhaul and avoid a prolonged transfer saga that could leave them short‑handed.

Luis Enrique is planning a refreshed squad at Barcelona, and PSG cannot afford a drawn‑out negotiation period that would leave them short‑handed in attack.

Torres’ contract with FC Barcelona runs out in June 2027, and his role next season could be limited if the Catalans sign a new elite centre‑forward, making a move abroad more attractive.

PSG are now pressing Ferran for an immediate decision to avoid a drawn‑out negotiation throughout the summer.

The club’s sporting department, led by Luis Campos, hopes to finalise any agreement early enough for Ferran to report back from his holiday on 12 August, after Spain’s World Cup triumph; an early deal would allow him to integrate with the squad before the season starts.

To safeguard against dependence on a single outcome, PSG have already identified alternative attacking targets. Their shortlist includes Charles De Ketelaere, while a third candidate remains undisclosed, yet Ferran remains the preferred option.

Atletico Madrid are also monitoring the situation, with several Rojiblancos players having tried to persuade Ferran during the World Cup and the summer break, adding another European contender to the mix.

Barcelona, for their part, are taking a measured approach and have not ruled out any scenario. If the forward stays, the club intends to offer him a contract extension on 1 September, a timing that helps avoid La Liga Financial Fair Play complications and protects the salary‑cap strategy for new signings.

The next steps hinge on Ferran delivering a decision before his August return, while PSG must balance their pursuit against the interest of other European clubs and Barcelona’s own extension timetable. Images of the negotiations have been captured by photographer Juan Manuel Serrano Arce.