I can exclusively reveal that Sydney FC bigwigs were approached by the management company of Fernando Torres as a marquee player for the club.

The Spanish superstar has also been offered to the MLS in the USA but the approach to Sydney FC was made two weeks ago.

Torres, who has been playing for Atletico Madrid, scored 14 goals in 49 games last season and is keen for new challenges.

With over 110 games for Spain and a playing resume that includes stints at Liverpool, Chelsea and Milan, Torres is exactly the type of marquee the A-League needs.

The deal had one flaw, however.

Sydney FC were keen until they were told the required salary would need to be $8 million per season.

The commercial realisation stumped any further discussions.