Ajax targets Barcelona's Jofre Torrents for loan move this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Ajax is pursuing a loan deal for 19-year-old Barcelona defender Jofre Torrents as the club seeks to bolster its left-back options. Barcelona has experienced uncertainty in the full-back position, especially with Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde's futures up in the air. Torrents, previously a potential alternative for Balde, struggled with injury last season, but his early promise has attracted Ajax's interest. Michel, the new Ajax head coach, is advocating for Torrents' acquisition, emphasizing the need for a new left-back after injuries to current players.
- •Ajax is looking to strengthen its left-back position this summer.
- •Jofre Torrents has been identified as a loan target by Ajax.
- •He faced injuries last season, limiting his playing time at Barcelona.
- •The loan would allow Torrents to gain consistent first-team experience.
- •Michel is pushing for this move due to previous ties to Catalonian talent.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Ajax interested in a loan move for 19-year-old Barcelona defensive talent
"The full-back position has become a pain point for Barcelona in this summer transfer window, as there is much uncertainty surrounding the long-term futures of Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde.This has...
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