Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Barcelona Midfielder: Should Arteta Launch A Move For Him? | OneFootball

In a recent print edition, Mundo Deportivo (8 October, Page 5) claimed that Arsenal have set their sights on Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado. It has been revealed that the Gunners are eyeing a move to secure the services of the Spanish talent next year.

Casado’s Impressive Form In Spanish Football

Casado served as a useful squad player for the Catalan club last season when he put in a series of impressive displays for them at the centre of the park. The 22-year-old made 36 appearances for Barcelona in the previous campaign, scoring one goal and earning six assists in the process across all fronts.

The Spanish talent has given a good account of himself in the middle of the park as he made 44 tackles, 20 blocks, 22 interceptions and 22 clearances in La Liga. He was even careful when distributing the ball from midfield after completing 89.3% of his attempted passes in top-flight football (stats via fbref.com).

His current contract at the Nou Camp will run out in the summer of 2028. Thus, it won’t be easy for the Gunners to snap him up on the cheap next year.

BARCELONA, SPAIN – DECEMBER 21: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona is challenged by Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 21, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Should Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta Launch A Move For Casado?

Casado is a tough-tackling midfielder who can time his challenges well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when the opposition are on the offensive.

The Spanish talent has got the vision to create some inviting chances in the final third and is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet. Casado can even score the odd goal for his team from midfield. However, it remains to be seen whether he can cope with the physical side and high intensity of the Premier League if the Gunners manage to land him in 2026.

Casado would bring a lot of quality to Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta’s midfield department. He has what it takes to fight for regular first-team football at the North London club.

At 22, the future looks quite bright for Casado as long as he continues to improve with each year. Thus, Arteta should focus on launching a move for him next year.