Barcelona’s contract woes mount as star attacker’s value rises on World Cup heroics

Barcelona’s contract woes mount as star attacker’s value rises on World Cup heroics Ferran Torres emerged as the hero for Spain as his goal in the extra-time helped La Roja secure their first World Cup title since 2010. It was a well-taken goal from the Barcelona attacker, who has quietly had a brilliant World Cup campaign. Despite playing a bench role, Ferran has been extremely useful in the tournament. His late dash of dynamism has frequently added more spark to the Spain frontline and his performances haven’t gone unnoticed either. Ferran Torres’ value rises after World Cup As reported by MARCA , Barcelona’s contract woes could compound further as Torres’ performances at the World Cup has led to a valuation surge for the attacker. Ferran Torres was the MVP in the final. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Crowned the MVP of the final against Argentina, Ferran’s goal and overall display caused his market value to spike, and in turn made his contractual situation, with his deal expiring in June 2027, all the more complicated. The two parties are set for a crunch meeting next week . There is no offer on the table as things stand, though a meeting had been agreed for after the international break, and it now ranks among the top priorities for Deco and Joan Laporta in the coming days. PSG lurking as Barcelona weigh their options PSG are one of the clubs to have registered their interest, though they are not alone, with other domestic and European sides also monitoring the situation. Ferran is a man in demand. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images) Ferran’s heroics in the final have only strengthened his hand, handing the player greater leverage in any negotiation while also allowing Barcelona to be financially ambitious should they entertain a sale. Notably, he was the only player whose contract expires next June with whom the club did not open talks last season, with the €8 million owed to Manchester City upon renewal, plus Financial Fair Play considerations, contributing to the delay. It must be noted that Ferran featured in all eight of Spain’s matches, providing a stoppage-time assist for Mikel Merino’s winner against Portugal before scoring the decisive goal in the final itself. That output builds on a stellar 2025-26 campaign in which he scored 21 goals and provided three assists across 49 appearances.