Ferran Torres is enjoying playing in a number 9 position he never thought he would play before.
Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, 25, has opened up to El País about his development in Hansi Flick’s side and admitted he never thought he would play as the number nine he is today.
Flick has deployed Ferran as a number nine แทงบอล UFABET ราคาดีที่สุด ไม่มีขั้นต่ำ alongside Robert Lewandowski, including playing in that role during the Polish striker’s injury spell, and the 25-year-old has responded with a fine display, scoring 19 goals and providing four assists in 44 games in all competitions.
Ferran has opened up about his development and adaptation to the No.9 position, crediting Flick and former Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola.
‘I never thought I could be a No 9 until I started with Pep and I had help from Hansi,’ Ferran said. ‘I’m not your typical No 9 either, I’ve been a winger all my life but now I believe that’s where I can really use my qualities.’
Asked about the differences between Guardiola and Flick and their working methods, Ferran replied: ‘They are winners and know how to manage top teams, but Flick is more approachable. He cares about how well you do everything. ‘
‘And what’s important is that he shows a lot of care for the players who have played less so that they don’t lose motivation and are ready when their time comes. This season has helped me confirm that I am the No. 9.’
‘This is the position where I perform best, not just in terms of scoring goals.’