Premier League club contact Barcelona to sign 21-year-old starlet in loan-to-buy deal | OneFootball

Even though he has been impressive each time given an opportunity, Pablo Torre has found minutes hard to come by at FC Barcelona this season under Hansi Flick.

The 21-year-old midfielder finds himself behind the likes of Dani Olmo, Gavi, Fermin Lopez, Pedri, and Frenkie de Jong in the pecking order at the club.

Torre has played just 12 times across all competitions in which he has managed four goals and three assists, showing his potential.

But with minutes not coming his way, clubs have been sniffing around trying to lure him away from Barça.

Bournemouth make contact for Pablo Torre

Indeed, SPORT reports that Bournemouth are showing significant interest in securing a loan move for Pablo Torre with an option to buy as the January transfer window comes to a close.

The Premier League club have already contacted Barcelona to discuss the situation of the midfielder, who has seen limited playing time at the Catalan club.

Bournemouth, managed by Andoni Iraola, have been one of the surprise teams in the Premier League this season and are in serious contention for a European competition spot.

Pablo Torre has struggled for minutes. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Iraola had previously expressed interest in Torre when he was manager at Rayo Vallecano, although he was unable to complete the move.

The Bournemouth coach believes that the Spaniard’s playmaking ability could flourish with more minutes in the Premier League, and the club intend to pursue the signing.

Bournemouth’s plan is to secure a loan deal with an option to buy, but they could also explore the possibility of a permanent transfer with a buyback clause for Barcelona.

Bournemouth had previously signed Julian Araujo from Barça in the summer, and relations between the two clubs are strong.

Torre’s contract with Barcelona runs until 2026, and so far, the Blaugrana have not initiated discussions regarding an extension. While the Catalans are pleased with his professionalism, they may consider parting ways with him due to an overcrowded midfield.

The 21-year-old, however, has no desire to leave and has already received other attractive offers from Spanish clubs, none of which he has yet considered.