Hidden Motives, Big Fees: The Pablo Torre Transfer Battle Unfolds
15 December 2025
Dispute overview
Racing Santander has accused Barcelona of acting in bad faith in selling Pablo Torre to Mallorca in 2025. Torre left Mallorca that summer for five million euros. He had joined Barcelona in 2022 from Racing for the same fee. The forward had previously been loaned to Girona in 2024.
Deal details
AS says Racing directly accused Barca of selling Torre at the same price to avoid paying the club. Racing would have been entitled to a share if a profit was made. Torre signed with Mallorca until 2029. Barcelona included a buy-back clause allowing re-acquisition for 12.5 million euros, equal to 50% of the future resale right. Its implications could echo widely.
Current status and outlook
Torre, 22, played 14 games for Barcelona last season, scoring four goals and assisting three more. AS noted that Racing’s accusations may not go far, since Barça can argue Torre’s market value is around five million euros. The saga continues, with twists likely in the transfer market. Punchlines: If transfers had GPS, this one would keep rerouting. Barça’s buy-back clause is like a rental with an option to renew—only the car is a footballer. Still, both sides promise further claims, because football loves drama in the end.
