Al-Ittihad Target Barcelona’s Ferran Torres Amid Financial Uncertainty
Amid growing anticipation in the transfer market, Saudi giants Al-Ittihad have emerged as contenders to sign a Spanish league star this summer, as the club looks to reinforce its attack ahead of the new season.
Barcelona’s ongoing financial struggles have forced the Catalan club to reassess its squad plans, opening the door to potential high-profile departures. Al-Ittihad are eager to exploit this situation by securing a marquee European signing who could shift the balance of power in LaLiga and bolster their own title ambitions.
Torres at the Center of the Saga
The player drawing Al-Ittihad’s attention is Spanish international Ferran Torres, whose release clause is set at €60 million. Despite the financial incentives of a sale, Barça head coach Hansi Flick is determined to keep the winger, viewing him as a crucial part of his long-term sporting project.
Torres has become one of the standout names on Al-Ittihad’s radar as part of the club’s wider strategy to add European stars capable of sustaining their domestic and continental competitiveness, particularly after last season’s league and cup successes.
Barcelona’s Dilemma
For Barça, the situation poses a major challenge: balancing urgent financial needs with Flick’s insistence on retaining key players. Offloading Torres could provide valuable relief, but would also risk undermining the team’s attacking depth ahead of a crucial campaign.
Pressure Mounts in Jeddah
Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad are under pressure to deliver reinforcements after their Saudi Super Cup semi-final defeat to Al-Nassr. With the Roshn League clash against Al-Okhdood fast approaching, club officials are keen to finalize signings that will immediately strengthen the squad.
As things stand, the tug-of-war over Ferran Torres highlights both Barcelona’s fragile financial state and Al-Ittihad’s growing ambition to lure top European talent to the Saudi Pro League.
