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Ferran Torres has completed his move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth around €50 million (£42.7 million).
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The Spain international joins PSG fresh from scoring the extra-time winner against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final.
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Torres enjoyed an impressive 2025-26 campaign with Barcelona, scoring 21 goals in 49 appearances and helping the club win La Liga.
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The 26-year-old has signed a contract with the French champions until 2031 and becomes their second major attacking signing of the summer.
August 15, (THEWILL) — Ferran Torres has left Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain after a remarkable period that has seen his profile rise significantly at both club and international level.
The 26-year-old Spain forward has signed a contract with PSG until 2031, with the French champions paying a reported €50 million (£42.7 million) to secure his services.
Torres arrives in Paris as a newly crowned World Cup winner after producing the decisive moment in Spain’s dramatic triumph over Argentina in the 2026 final.
His move to PSG comes after a productive season at Barcelona in which he established himself as an important member of the team’s attacking unit and helped the Catalan giants win the La Liga title.
World Cup Glory Caps Remarkable Summer
Torres’ arrival at PSG follows the biggest moment of his international career.
Spain faced Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final and were forced into extra time before Torres produced the decisive goal to give his country a 2-1 victory.
The triumph secured Spain’s second men’s World Cup title and placed Torres among the heroes of the tournament.
The forward had already enjoyed a strong season with Barcelona before heading to the World Cup, but his decisive contribution on football’s biggest stage further increased his value and reputation.
At 26, Torres now begins his PSG career as a World Cup-winning forward with experience at three major European clubs.
Impressive Barcelona Campaign
Torres’ departure comes after arguably his most productive season since joining Barcelona.
The forward scored 21 goals in 49 appearances across all competitions during the 2025-26 campaign and also provided three assists.
His goals played a significant role in Barcelona’s successful La Liga campaign, with Torres offering manager Hansi Flick another reliable attacking option.
Having joined Barcelona in 2022 following two seasons at Manchester City, Torres gradually became an important part of the Catalan side despite facing strong competition for places in attack.
His versatility was particularly valuable, allowing him to operate in different positions across the forward line.
Reunion With Luis Enrique
One of the intriguing aspects of Torres’ move to PSG is his reunion with Luis Enrique.
The Spanish coach, who previously played for and managed Barcelona, is now in charge of PSG and was also the manager who handed Torres his Spain debut.
Enrique knows the forward well and will now have the opportunity to work with him at club level.
Torres’ ability to play across the attack, combined with his improved goalscoring record, gives Enrique another option as PSG attempt to maintain their dominance in France and continue competing for major European honours.
PSG Continue Strengthening Their Attack
Torres becomes the second major attacking signing PSG have made this summer after the arrival of Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco.
The French champions have already added another trophy to their collection this season after beating Aston Villa 2-1 to win the UEFA Super Cup.
Their recent success has been particularly impressive in Europe, with PSG having won the Champions League in each of the past two seasons.
Torres therefore joins a team operating at the highest level of European football and will be expected to contribute immediately.
His pace, movement, versatility and goal-scoring ability could give PSG another dimension as they attempt to defend their titles and remain among Europe’s leading clubs.
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Barcelona Lose a Rising Star
For Barcelona, Torres’ departure represents the loss of a player who had developed into an increasingly important attacking figure.
Since arriving from Manchester City in 2022, he has scored 25 goals in 65 appearances for Spain while continuing to improve at club level.
His 21-goal season with Barcelona and his decisive World Cup final contribution have made this summer a particularly significant one in his career.
Barcelona must now adjust their attacking options following his departure, while PSG have secured a player who is entering the prime years of his career.
There could also be further movement in the PSG attack before the transfer window closes, with Bradley Barcola reportedly attracting interest from Liverpool.
For Torres, however, the focus will now shift from his World Cup-winning celebrations to a new challenge in Paris, where he will look to turn his extraordinary summer into another successful chapter of his career.
Olumide Atiba is a sports journalist with THEWILL, known for his keen news sense and compelling storytelling. He has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, well-structured reports that resonate with readers, with a strong focus on football coverage
