Aston Villa, West Ham United and Newcastle United have Celta Vigo’s Óscar Mingueza’s on their transfer agenda.
The Spaniard’s contract expires in June and his future beyond that remains uncertain. This makes him a market opportunity for several clubs.
On January 2nd, Sport Witness covered claims from Spain of Aston Villa, West Ham and Newcastle hovering over. This was at a time when Celta Vigo expressed their desire to renew the right-back’s contract.
Juventus came forward to sign the 26-year-old in the winter market, but the La Liga side refused to accept their offer.
Estadio Deportivo pick up on that and cover the latest on his future. Unai Emery’s side, the Hammers and Eddie Howe’s side are Mingueza’s suitors.
Celta Vigo sporting director Marco Garcés has already confirmed a renewal offer to the former Barcelona man.
“Mingueza has a renewal offer from us, but it’s true that we’re going to have a pretty busy summer transfer window, and we’ve already started working on next season’s transfer window,” he said.
According to the report, the fullback’s renewal is the ‘most difficult case’ for the La Liga side. That’s because several clubs are keen on securing Mingueza’s services for free in the summer. He would have received better offers than the one proposed by Celta Vigo.
Aston Villa, West Ham and Newcastle United in picture for same signing
Óscar Mingueza
Munich, Germany – 06 08 2025: Oscar Mingueza seen during UEFA Nations League 2025 final game between national teams of Portugal and Spain
Estadio state Aston Villa, Nuno Espírito Santo’s side and Marseille have been knocking on his door for months. This indicates these three clubs are in regular contact. In addition to that trio, Newcastle United, AC Milan, Atalanta and Como are in the race to sign the fullback.
Juve, who made an attempt in the last window, seem to be ahead of Aston Villa, West Ham, Newcastle and others.
Celta Vigo have offered a deal worth €4m per year. The Premier League trio could propose more than that to tempt him.
Mingueza will have to make a decision on where he wants to play next season. Celta Vigo have already signed right-back Álvaro Núñez earlier this month. He should step up if his compatriot were to leave after this season.