Barcelona is considering their first signing for next summer, it will surprise many

FC Barcelona is considering the possible return of Óscar Mingueza to their squad, a defender who came up through the club's academy. Mingueza, who made his debut with the first team in 2020 under Ronald Koeman's management, was transferred to Celta de Vigo in 2022. However, his outstanding performance with the Galician team has once again caught the attention of the Barcelona board.

The defender, who is still under contract with Celta until 2026, could make a return to Barcelona for a fee close to nine million euros, as reported by the newspaper AS. This amount stems from an agreement where Barça would retain a percentage of any future sale of the player. Additionally, the Catalan club holds a preferential right to match any offer Mingueza may receive from other teams, strengthening their position if they decide to bring him back.

He could currently find a place in the Barcelona team

The shortage of full-backs in the current Barcelona squad also fuels speculation about his potential comeback. With Jules Koundé as the only reliable right-back and no clear consolidation of young talents in that position, Mingueza emerges as a viable option. His versatility to play on both the right and left flank has been a key factor that has drawn attention.

Meanwhile, Celta has started negotiations to extend the player's contract, knowing well that his strong performances have sparked interest from several clubs, including his former team. Barcelona will closely monitor Mingueza's progress during the season to make a final decision regarding his potential return in the next summer transfer window.

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