Atletico Madrid will spark a transfer scramble next week
by confirming that star striker Fernando Torres will be in the
summer sales.
Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal have all been
linked with moves for Torres in the past and would be forced to
offer at least £15million for his services.
Tottenham, West Ham and Newcastle also have the funds to mount
rival bids - but the lure of Champions League football gives the
big four a major advantage.
The 23-year-old has scored 82 goals in 212 league appearance for
Atletico, while his record for Spain is 14 in 42 games.
His club's failure to earn a UEFA Cup slot this season means they
are expecting to lose their star forward and the Premier League is
the most likely destination.
source:teamtalk.com
