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Torres joined Barcelona in December 2021, with his contract set to run out at the end of the upcoming season.

He has impressed for Barcelona, scoring 65 goals across 207 appearances in all competitions, with his tally of 21 goals in 2025-2026 his best return in a single campaign of his career.

Torres also caught the eye at the World Cup, scoring the only goal of the final against Argentina to ensure Spain secured their second title.

Garcia is keen to keep playing alongside the striker this season.

"I'd be delighted if he stayed," Garcia said. "He's a great player, on and off the field. If it were up to me, of course he'd stay."

Should Torres leave, Barcelona is already in the market for another forward, despite already bringing in Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi, having been heavily linked with Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez.

The Argentinian has been vocal in his desire to seek a move away from the Spanish capital, saying he wanted to "fulfil his dream" – which reports suggest is a move to Barcelona.

While Garcia refused to comment on Alvarez, he noted that he believes sporting director Deco will make the right choices for the squad.

"I can't speak for other people," he said when asked about Alvarez.

"There are many situations we're certainly unaware of, and it would be a mistake to offer an opinion based on ignorance.

"I have a lot of faith in Deco's work. We have a very competitive squad."

Joan Garcia was also full of praise for another of Spain's World Cup winners, though, lauding Pau Cubarsi's involvement.

The teenager was named Young Player of the Tournament after a stellar showing in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Garcia believes the sky is the limit for the 19 year-old, tipping him to be in the running for the Ballon d'Or in the future.

"He'll be the best centre-back in the world," Garcia said. "I always tell him he's shameless."