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Celta de Vigo has set the price for the departure of Óscar Mingueza at a figure ranging from eight to ten million euros due to strong British interest. Clubs like Aston Villa, Newcastle, and West Ham United have their sights on the versatile full-back, whose contractual situation makes him a golden opportunity.
With only six months left on his contract, the Galician club faces the dilemma of cashing in now or risking losing him at no cost in the summer. At the offices of the Balaídos Stadium, Celta de Vigo acknowledges that the continuity of their right-back is becoming increasingly complex due to the substantial economic proposals coming from the islands. The twenty-six-year-old player, trained in FC Barcelona's academy, has reached a footballing maturity that has not gone unnoticed by the most prestigious international scouts of the moment. His ability to adapt to different tactical systems and his physical prowess make him an immediate and low-risk reinforcement for any team aiming to compete in Europe.
Celta de Vigo's Economic Dilemma and the Barcelona Academy Jewel
Since his arrival in Galicia in 2022, the Catalan defender has emerged as a key figure in the team's setup, amassing over one hundred and twenty official appearances. Celta de Vigo has enjoyed his versatility, witnessing how Óscar Mingueza not only excels in defensive duties but also contributes significantly in attack with goals and assists. However, financial reality dictates that the club prefers to receive a reasonable amount this January rather than allow a free departure when the current football season ends.
The sky-blue board is flexible in the current negotiations, aware that the player has the legal upper hand to negotiate with any foreign entity. Celta de Vigo aims to maximize the profit from a transfer that, based on sporting performance, should be worth much more than its current market price. The ten million set as the ceiling for the operation seems like a real bargain considering the budgets managed by today's mid-to-high table English teams.

The British Trio Vying for Óscar Mingueza and His Versatility
West Ham United leads the interest from London, having closely monitored the full-back's progression over recent months with very positive technical reports about his tactical impact. On the other hand, Aston Villa under Unai Emery is not far behind and is already preparing a long-term project that would tie the defender to the Villains until 2030. The Birmingham side's intention is to add more quality and depth to their flanks to confidently face the demanding international competitions they are currently participating in.
Newcastle United has also entered the fray strongly, leveraging its unquestionable financial strength to try to persuade the player with a significantly higher salary than his current one. Meanwhile, Celta de Vigo awaits a formal offer that will unlock the situation and allow them to plan the second half of the season with or without their defensive star in the squad. The competition is fierce, and with each passing hour, the interest intensifies, potentially leading to a swift auction among the three Premier League contenders.
The departure of the Spanish full-back would represent a significant loss in the sporting aspect for the team but a necessary financial boost for the Galician institution. Celta de Vigo knows that retaining talent in this market is a daunting task when the sirens' songs come from the richest league on the football planet. All signs point to Óscar Mingueza's cycle in Spain being close to ending to embark on a new adventure in the most iconic stadiums of England this very January.
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