Pep Guardiola says Ferran Torres’move to Barcelona is “close” after the two clubs agreed a deal worth around £55million. The Manchester City manager said he is “happy” for the Spain international after the player knocked on his door and asked to leave once the Nou Camp giants showed firm interest in signing him.
And Guardiola confirmed that the Blues will not be signing a striker as a replacement in the January transfer window, although Torres’ move could be wrapped up before Christmas. “We won't bring in a striker in January,” said Guardiola. “It's not done officially, I know they are negotiating, it's close, that's all.
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