Ferran Torres: Hattrick of assists in the Clásico to continue his dream season with Barça

One of the most outstanding names in the impressive season of FC Barcelona is Ferran Torres. The native of Foios has assumed a key role as a revulsive for the forward line, especially in the 'false 9' position. His numbers this year are truly stellar: 19 goals (surpassing his best record with Barcelona) and seven assists (his personal record at the club), totaling 26 contributions to goals that have been decisive for the team.

• 📌 THE DATA: In the 45 official matches he has played this season, Ferran Torres has been part of the starting XI in only 19 occasions and has come on as a substitute in 26.

El Clásico: Three assists in a single match

One of the most memorable performances of the 'Shark' occurred in the recent Clásico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid (4-3). Aligned as a '9' instead of Robert Lewandowski, Ferran stood out by providing three assists: first to Eric García to open the comeback (1-2), then to Lamine Yamal for the 2-2 tie, and finally, to Raphinha for the winning goal (4-3).

With this 'top' performance, the Valencian became the first Barça player in recent years to give three or more assists in a Clásico. This had not happened since Xavi Hernández did it in the 2009-2010 season, in the Barcelona-Madrid match on May 2, 2009 (2-6).

The 'Shark' has known how to 'cash in' at key moments for Barcelona

Ferran Torres has demonstrated his worth in other decisive moments, such as in the UEFA Champions League. In the league phase match against Borussia Dortmund (2-3), he was the one in charge of leading the Barça comeback with a brace in the 75th and 85th minutes.

In turn, in the Copa del Rey, the '7' finished as 'Pichichi' of the tournament. His most outstanding performance was the hat-trick against Valencia CF in the quarterfinals (0-5). He also scored the key goal in the 'semis' return leg against Atlético de Madrid (27') and in the final against Real Madrid (2-3), where he cashed in the goal that forced extra time at La Cartuja (84').

The future of Ferran Torres at FC Barcelona

The future of Ferran Torres at FC Barcelona seems completely different from the start of the season, when his permanence in the squad was in doubt due to various rumors linking him with teams in the Premier League. However, now it seems that his departure is unlikely. The versatile player has proven to be a valuable asset to strengthen the forward line, and his contribution this season could lead to a well-deserved contract renewal.