Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, is looking to strengthen his squad during the upcoming winter transfer market.
In his quest to improve the team’s performance, the Portuguese is considering a swap deal that may surprise many.
This deal includes the departure of Ferran Torres, who has not been able to provide the expected level since joining from Manchester City.
Torres’ performance has been inconsistent at the beginning of the season under Hansi Flick, which has made him appear as an unreliable element among his teammates who are performing at a high level.
Despite the high expectations upon his transfer, Torres has been unable to adapt to the team’s requirements, prompting Hansi Flick to consider that his departure may be in the best interest of all parties.
According to information from the Spanish newspaper El Nacional, Deco is seeking to explore options that include Torres in deals that allow Barcelona to reduce the costs associated with new contracts, as he aims to strengthen the team’s attacking line.
One of the names that have been circulated in this context is Victor Guqueres, the Sporting star, who has a playing style that suits Flick’s strategy.
His young age also makes him a promising option for the future. Deco believes that including Torres in a swap deal with Sporting could help facilitate the transfer of Guqueres to Barcelona next summer.
As for the more ambitious possibilities, Deco could consider including Ferran Torres in a deal that involves Milan striker Rafael Leao.
Leao is a frequent target for Barcelona, thanks to his excellent attacking abilities, which make him an ideal reinforcement for the team.
It is clear that Ferran Torres’ future is far from Camp Nou, as his performances have shown instability on the pitch, leading Barcelona to be open to receiving offers.
He is expected to be one of the players who could leave the team in the next transfer window, whether in January or in the summer.