Liverpool have reportedly been sounded out over a possible move for Oscar Mingueza, with the versatile defender emerging as a potential bargain signing this summer.
According to TEAMtalk journalist Graeme Bailey, intermediaries have approached several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Arsenal, regarding the availability of the Celta Vigo defender.
Bailey reports: “The race for his signature is now intensifying, and we understand that a number of additional clubs have entered discussions over Mingueza, with intermediaries sounding out some of the Premier League’s elite.
“Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur have all been approached as part of those conversations, and there is some interest and intrigue on all sides.
“Mingueza is viewed by several clubs as an ideal squad addition, offering versatility, experience at the highest level and strong technical qualities.
“Arsenal and Manchester City, in particular, are understood to see him as a high-calibre option to strengthen depth rather than an immediate first-choice starter.”
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The report states that Mingueza is due to be out of contract this summer, making him available on a free transfer, a factor that has drawn widespread interest across England.
Liverpool are said to be among the clubs made aware of the situation, and given their penchant for a bargain signing, it’s an interesting link. Mingueza is 26 which is a good age for the Liverpool transfer policy and the lack of a transfer fee will appeal to the Reds.
While it remains unclear which club will ultimately secure his signature, Arsenal and Manchester City are believed to be among the most serious contenders at this stage.
One of the major selling points surrounding Oscar Mingueza is his versatility.
The Spain international is capable of operating in multiple defensive roles and has even been used in midfield during his career.
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With the defender set to be available on a free transfer, the deal is viewed as a relatively low-risk opportunity for interested clubs to strengthen their options with a player still in his prime years.
Liverpool are likely to retain Ibrahima Konate this summer with a new contract reportedly imminent, but they will still need to sign a new centre-back after failing to replace Jarell Quansah with Marc Guehi last summer.