Ferran Torres has been excused from Barcelona training as he nears a move to Paris St-Germain, with the transfer expected to exceed £40m. The departure would be significant for Barcelona because the Spain forward has only one year remaining on his contract, while PSG are seeking attacking reinforcements.

Torres, 26, helped Spain win the World Cup this summer by scoring an extra-time winner against Argentina and has made 207 appearances for Barcelona since joining from Manchester City in 2022. PSG, managed by former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique, have won the past two Champions Leagues and may need to replace Bradley Barcola, who is reportedly attracting Liverpool’s interest.