Transfer-listed Barcelona forward’s departure is unclear – report

Despite Barcelona’s initial plans to sell Ferran Torres this summer due to his lower standing in the pecking order under Xavi Hernandez, the player has never expressed any desire to leave the club, and now the tide may be turning.

Right after the game against Arsenal, he reiterated his desire to continue at the club, saying: “I have a contract here, I’m staying. I don’t care what anyone says about me. I’m going to work as hard as anyone else.”

But, according to Javi Miguel, Torres continues to still be among the list of players who are up for transfer but the Spaniard’s departure is not clear, and there is a chance Barcelona could end up keeping him.

This would be in line with other reports that stated Xavi is now contemplating a different role for Torres in the upcoming season.

The 23-year-old footballer has demonstrated his versatility, showcasing his abilities across the entire front three.

These reports grow increasingly strong after Torres was one of the bright points for Barcelona in their 5-3 pre-season friendly defeat to Arsenal, where he showed his versatility and skill.

As Xavi explores ways to incorporate Torres into the squad for the upcoming season, Barcelona’s focus could shift toward retaining the player.

Barcelona’s other transferrable players

Journalist Miguel also states that with Nico Gonzalez’s departure all but confirmed, the next players that Barcelona will look to sell are Clement Lenglet, Sergino Dest, and Franck Kessie.

Earlier news also suggested that Lenglet will not play for Barcelona in pre-season so that they can accelerate his departure, as well as that of Sergino Dest.

The latter has had a turbulent spell with the club and has seemingly not convinced Xavi to include him in his plans.

As for Kessie, the midfielder has been linked with moves to the Premier League or a return to the Serie A and has reportedly even drawn offers already.