Marc Casado Torras has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the Barcelona midfielder. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Arsenal, Newcastle and Aston Villa remain in the background, but for now, Chelsea are leading the way in ongoing talks. So far this season, Chelsea are steady at both ends (1.86 goals scored per game, 1.29 goals conceded per game). The role for Marc Casado Torras would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Barcelona have also been linked with Ibrahima Konate, Christopher Nkunku and Murillo Santiago Costa dos Santos while Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Alessandro Bastoni, Rico Lewis and Antonio Silva. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.