Transfer talk surrounding Murillo Santiago Costa dos Santos is intensifying, with reports suggesting Barcelona are monitoring the Nottingham Forest midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. While Real Madrid have shown interest, Barcelona currently lead the race - though the situation could evolve if a deal drags on. So far this season, Barcelona are steady at both ends (3.0 goals scored per game, 0.71 goals conceded per game). The role for Murillo Santiago Costa dos Santos would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Barcelona have recently been linked with Ademola Lookman while Nottingham Forest have had no rumoured targets. Can't get enough Barcelona transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.