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Spurs on standby as Ferran Torres is yet to confirm his club for next season Tottenham Hotspur are among the clubs monitoring the Barcelona forward during the summer transfer window. The Premier League side have already held talks with intermediaries and are closely following developments. Barcelona, meanwhile, are working on a contract renewal for the player. Should no new deal be agreed at Camp Nou, Torres could become available this summer, and Tottenham are prepared to seize the opportunity. The BBC reported that Torres has publicly left the door open, saying he has a contract with Barcelona but “in football, you never know,” and that the club needs to “show me they want me” regarding negotiations. Barcelona prefer to discuss a renewal after the transfer window, in September, due to Financial Fair Play considerations, but are prepared to sell if he wants to leave. Arsenal’s interest remains strong, with sources suggesting the London club have emerged as one of the leading contenders in recent days. Barcelona’s potential move for Vangelis Pavlidis is seen as directly linked to Torres’ future. Although the Catalan club extended his contract until 2027, failure to secure a renewal would mean Torres enters the final year of his deal at the end of the season, giving him the right to negotiate freely with other clubs. Atlético de Madrid are also ready to step in, particularly if Torres becomes a free agent. Reports indicate the player is aware of this option but is currently happy at Barcelona and intends to take time to assess his choices. Paris Saint‑Germain are another major player in the race, driven by the need to reinforce their attack. With Gonçalo Ramos close to Milan, Randal Kolo Muani linked to Juventus, and Bradley Barcola potentially heading to Liverpool, PSG are pressing Torres for a swift decision. Luis Campos wants clarity before Luis Enrique finalises his squad for the August 12 training camp, and if Torres delays, PSG are prepared to pursue alternatives. Spurs have monitored Torres in previous windows and have made contact with his representatives/intermediaries this summer. They see him as a versatile attacking option who already knows the Premier League In conclusion, Ferran Torres has become one of the most intriguing names of the summer market. Tottenham and Arsenal’s pursuit, Atlético’s readiness to act, and PSG’s urgency, combined with Barcelona’s renewal efforts, ensure this saga will dominate headlines across Europe in the coming weeks.