Barcelona has confirmed that they will be allowed to register Spain forward Ferran Torres, who joined the club from Manchester City two weeks ago.
Torres’ registration has been completed thanks to a new extended deal for defender Samuel Umtiti, which sees the Frenchman take a wage reduction.
Umtiti’s new conditions, according to Barca, would allow them to “increase its ‘financial fair play’ quota.”
The agreement comes at a time when the club is experiencing financial difficulties.
Thanks to a recent bank loan, Barca were able to fund the £46.3 million acquisition, which includes £8.3 million in add-ons.
“FC Barcelona wishes to publicly express its gratitude to Samuel Umtiti for his willingness and the affection that he has demonstrated towards the club,” Barca said in a statement, which confirmed how the Frenchman has helped the club finally register Torres.