AC Milan weigh up loan move for Barcelona forward – report

From competing with FC Barcelona for the signing of Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford, AC Milan have now gone to set their sights on a player from the Catalan outfit this January.

Indeed, after seemingly giving up their pursuit of the Englishman, who is now the subject of a transfer battle between Barça and Borussia Dortmund, the Rossoneri are plotting a raid on the Blaugrana for an alternative.

AC Milan want Ferran Torres

According to Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t SPORT), AC Milan are interested in signing Ferran Torres from Barcelona before the transfer window slams shut.

The Serie A giants believe they could secure the Spaniard’s services on a loan deal that includes a relatively affordable purchase option for June.

The report further states that the Rossoneri are of the belief that the deal could be viable due to Torres’ limited role at Barcelona, where he is not a regular starter.

As such, AC Milan are prepared to cover his full salary and set a purchase option based on the number of appearances he makes during his loan spell at the club.

Torres’ reluctant to leave Barcelona

Ferran Torres has always been very reluctant to leave Barcelona and is not keen on a departure. Under Hansi Flick, he has struggled to secure a starting position, as the attacking trio at Barcelona remains fixed.

However, he has made a big impact off the bench with some key goals this season, netting six in total while assisting two more.

Barcelona are seeking the signing of Rashford, but need to sanction departures to free up salary cap space, which currently appears difficult.

The Blaugrana are prioritising the departure of Ansu Fati, although the forward has no intention of leaving at present, and Pau Victor is expected to stay, as his departure would not significantly improve the club’s salary margin.

Ferran’s exit could provide a more substantial financial boost but Barcelona are pleased with his professionalism and believe he can play an important role this season. As such, only a financially convincing offer would lead to his departure.