Barcelona are reportedly keeping tabs on Aston Villa defender Paul Torres ahead of a potential move for the center-back.
According to ESPN, Barcelona are prioritising the signing of a left-footed center-back – following the departure of Inigo Martinez last summer – and Torres is very much on the club’s radar.
The report adds that Barcelona want to find a long-term central defensive partner for Pau Cubarsi and think Torres is a good option.
Barcelona are said to value Torres’ ability on the ball and in the air and think he would be willing to listen to an offer to return to Spain.
Torres isn’t the only player being linked with Barcelona right now. Nico Schlotterbeck is also thought to be a target amid uncertainty over his future at Dortmund.
In the meantime, Gerard Martin has emerged as a new partner for Cubarsi after being shifted over from his usual position on the left.
