Multiple sources today have confirmed that the race to sign Ferran Torres is heating up, with Aston Villa reportedly submitting an official bid for the forward. The offer is being considered by Barcelona, but it remains to be seen whether it will be enough to tempt them into letting an important player leave. Aston Villa have laid out their intentions, but valuation and timing remain under debate. Newcastle and Tottenham are keeping tabs in case talks collapse or progress slows further. At 1.57 goals scored per game this season, Aston Villa already pose a big threat. Ferran Torres would be expected to maintain that level and give them another reliable option in attack. Barcelona continue to be linked with Mickey van de Ven, Alan Godoy and Igor Vinicius while Aston Villa are also rumoured to be tracking Tammy Abraham, Conor Gallagher and Thiago Almada. Can't get enough Aston Villa transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.