Ferran Torres en la conferencia de prensa previa al duelo entre el SL Benfica y el FC Barcelona en la UEFA Champions League 2024 25

ALSO CONDEMNED THE CASE OF RACISM AGAINST BALDE

Ferran Torres settles the rumors about his possible departure from Barça and 'stands out' for Ansu

Published:20/01/2025 - 20:10h

Updated:20/01/2025 - 20:11h

Ferran Torres did not hesitate to address several topics related to Barça before the duel against SL Benfica in the Champions League. What exactly did he say? We tell you at FCBN

Calendar of FC Barcelona

Ferran Torres appeared before the media in the pre-match press conference ahead of the match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona, corresponding to matchday seven of the UEFA Champions League. The 'Shark' took the opportunity to put an end to any scenario linking him with a possible departure from the Blaugrana team in the near future:

"I have a lot of confidence in the club. It has been a period of great learning since I arrived. The future is to play here, play many matches, and win many titles with Barça"

It is worth noting that the '7' has recently been the subject of rumors linking him with a possible interest from AC Milan in acquiring his services in this winter transfer window.

In this regard, Ferran wanted to make it clear that he is in full physical condition and feels completely capable of contributing to the team's success, no matter his role. "I have recovered from my minor injuries. The coach gives me confidence, and I always try to repay it in any way I can. We don't like the role of being a substitute, I have to take advantage of the minutes to show that I can be a starter," he warned.

"Versatility in an attacking player is always good. Lately, I feel better as a forward, since I arrived here three years ago. I always try to give my best"

The Current Situation of Ansu Fati at FC Barcelona

On the other hand, the Valencian also addressed the case of Ansu Fati, whose future at the Blaugrana team seems to point to a possible departure during this winter transfer window, given his almost testimonial role in Hansi Flick's sporting planning. Regarding this, Ferran did not hesitate to express the good feelings he perceives in the '10' culé, indicating that he could be a useful asset for the Blaugrana attack. "Since he has recovered, I have seen him at a great level in training, I try to help him in any way I can. Football has its ups and downs, and you have to know how to manage those rough patches," he emphasized.

The Case of Racism Against Alejandro Balde

Regarding another relevant issue related to FC Barcelona, Torres also addressed the controversy surrounding the recent racism incident suffered by Alejandro Balde in the match against Getafe CF, a matter that he emphatically condemned. "Firstly, racist insults are not justified. Behaviors like these should not be tolerated, so we should seek a solution and penalize those who did it," he detailed.

Barça's Inconsistent Performance in LaLiga

Finally, on a collective level, Ferran discussed the current situation of the culé club, highlighting the importance of correcting the negative sports streak in LaLiga and mentioning the need to improve the results obtained in previous seasons in the UEFA Champions League. "It is true that in recent years we have not achieved the desired results in the Champions League. In LaLiga, we have not lived up to expectations, dropping points that could penalize us. We must reverse the situation and accumulate as many points as possible," he concluded.