Ferran Torres on why he left Manchester City for Barcelona

Ferran Torres has admitted that the lure of taking part in below Xavi at Barcelona was the first cause for his January departure from Manchester Metropolis.

The 22-year-old joined Barça for a charge of round €55m plus add-ons, returning to Spain simply 18 months after he’d joined Metropolis from Valencia.

Torres’ first season on the Etihad Stadium was disrupted by harm but he nonetheless managed a good return of 13 objectives in 36 appearances throughout all competitions, and established himself as a starter for Spain heading into the delayed Euro 2020.

However after breaking a bone in his foot whereas on worldwide obligation in October, Torres, who began the 2021/22 season as Manchester City‘s central striker, was unable to muscle his means again into Pep Guardiola’s plans, and Barcelona swooped in to take him to Camp Nou regardless of their monetary woes.

The Spaniard has now instructed El Partizado de Cope why he opted to maneuver again to La Liga, revealing the function Xavi had on his determination in addition to his desire to play on the wing as an alternative of up entrance.

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“My season was very sophisticated. First I had the harm, which was very critical,” Torres mentioned. “Then I signed for Barça, who have been going by a really tough scenario.

“I may have stayed at Manchester Metropolis profitable many titles, however I needed a brand new problem. Signing for Barcelona is an honour in itself, however when Xavi calls you, it’s a no brainer”

He added: “As a winger I do not take into account myself a striker, it is less than me to attain objectives. I am able to scoring, once I can I’ve to present assists, however I am proud that it has given the crew extra work than the aim. I am formidable and I do not wish to fail, however I do not mess with my head in any respect.”

Torres is contracted to Barcelona till 2027 after penning a five-year deal upon his arrival.

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