Aston Villa tracking Oscar Mingueza who wants to move to the Premier League | OneFootball

Aston Villa have been tracking Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, who is keen on a move to the Premier League this summer.

According to Sky Sports, Villa are one of many teams standing in the queue to secure his signature when he leaves on a free transfer at the end of June.

Mingueza has caught the eye of the Villains after recording a goal and seven big chances created in 34 La Liga appearances this term (21 starts), helping to keep two clean sheets.

His versatility will appeal to Villa boss Unai Emery. He is a right-back who can deputise at centre-back and left-back when required.

However, the Birmingham-based club are not the only club in for him. Premier League rivals Newcastle United are also interested. Top clubs in Serie A and La Liga, too.

Mingueza represents a smart addition for several clubs, especially because there is no risk involved in signing such an experienced operator on a free transfer.

Villa need proper depth if they are serious about competing across four competitions next season.

Mingueza looks like a far more convincing option than Lamare Bogarde at right-back.

Bogarde remains a talented young player with promise, but asking him to provide reliable cover for Matty Cash during a demanding campaign feels risky.

Mingueza arrives with experience at the highest level, tactical intelligence, and the technical quality Emery demands from his full-backs.

The Spanish international (four caps) is comfortable progressing the ball, combining in tight areas, and operating in multiple defensive roles.

That flexibility could prove invaluable when injuries and fixture congestion inevitably strike.

Villa struggled badly when key players were unavailable this season, and Emery cannot afford another thin squad heading into the Champions League.

Mingueza would not only push Cash for starts but also raise the overall level of competition in Villa’s backline.