Ferran Torres: Luis Enrique Was Like a Father to Me

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Ferran Torres praised Luis Enrique, calling him a father figure in football and expressing excitement about working together again after gaining confidence under him in the national team.
Ferran Torres has spoken warmly about his relationship with Luis Enrique, describing the coach as a father figure in the world of football.
“I've always said it: for me, Luis Enrique was like a father in the world of football,” Torres said.
The forward highlighted the confidence Enrique gave him during their time together with the national team, adding: “When I had the opportunity to train with him in the national team, he always gave me great confidence. Working together again is fantastic for me.”
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