Unai Emery continues to build on his ambitions with Aston Villa, as the English club is enjoying a stellar season and competing at the highest levels in both the Premier League and the Champions League.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper ‘‘El Nacional‘‘, Emery is eager to continue strengthening his squad to maintain the team’s progress. One of the Basque coach’s targets is Ferran Torres, the Valencia striker on loan from Barcelona, for whom Aston Villa are willing to pay €35 million. On the other hand, Barcelona would be open to negotiating a sale of the player, as the club seeks to generate profit and balance its financial books.
Ferran Torres’ performances have been inconsistent since joining Barcelona in 2022. Although he has shown glimpses of his quality and scoring potential, he has failed to establish himself as a key player in Hansi Flick’s squad. However, his ability to play in multiple positions makes him an attractive prospect for Unai Emery, who has been monitoring the player for some time.
The Basque coach believes Ferran could be an important addition to Aston Villa, enhancing the depth and quality of their attack, which already includes players such as Ollie Watkins and Leon Bailey. Furthermore, Emery’s style of play, which relies on intensity and counter-attacking, suits Ferran’s strengths perfectly.
According to sources close to the negotiations, Aston Villa appears willing to offer €35 million for Ferran Torres, a sum Barcelona considers tempting. The English club, with its strong financial position, has no problem accepting this deal, making negotiations smoother.
For Barcelona, selling Ferran would be an opportunity to save money and continue balancing its books, which is essential for compliance with Financial Fair Play regulations. Furthermore, the club has other attacking options, such as Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Lewandowski, which would mitigate the impact of Ferran’s departure.
With Aston Villa under pressure and Barcelona ready to negotiate, next summer is expected to be crucial in determining Ferran Torres’ future. Regardless of the outcome, the Valencia striker will remain one of the most prominent names in European football.