Transfer talk surrounding Marc Casado Torras is intensifying, with reports suggesting Arsenal are monitoring the Barcelona midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Newcastle, Aston Villa and Como 1907 have not withdrawn their interest and could still influence the outcome. So far this season, Arsenal are steady at both ends (2.0 goals scored per game, 0.43 goals conceded per game). The role for Marc Casado Torras would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Alongside this, Barcelona are said to be exploring Strahinja Pavlovic, Karim Adeyemi and Dayot Upamecano with Arsenal likewise connected to Strahinja Pavlovic, Davide Bartesaghi and Ronald Araujo. More on this story as it develops. Need more Arsenal transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Arsenal.