Arsenal line up bargain defender transfer with one star facing uncertain future

Arsenal line up bargain defender transfer with one star facing uncertain futureArsenal are eyeing up a free transfer for Celta Vigo star Oscar Mingueza, whose contract expires in the summer, but face competition from the likes of Aston VillaCommentsSportSamuel Meade Sports Brand Writer18:07, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesCelta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza will see his contract expire this summerArsenal are one of several Premier League outfits tracking Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza - which could yet spell the end of Ben White's time at The Emirates.‌Mingueza’s contract at the Spanish side is due to expire at the end of the season and the 26-year-old has signed with the English agency Unique Sports Group, leading to suggestions he is favouring a switch to England's top flight. The Celta Vigo star is capable of playing centrally as well as at right-back and is ultimately going to be available for nothing.‌That versatility is a key asset and could see White moved on by the Gunners given he and Mingueza would perform a similar role within the squad. White was once a regular, signing from Brighton for £50million back in 2021, but he's seen his opportunities reduced as Arsenal have continued to invest in their backline.‌The Gunners, despite boasting one of the best back fours in Europe, are ready to continue adding to it with Newcastle's right-back Tino Livramento also on their radar, reports the Telegraph.READ MORE: Arsenal sweat on four injured stars for Man City clash as Bukayo Saka update emergesREAD MORE: Thierry Henry fires warning to Mikel Arteta after what happened in Arsenal press conferenceMingueza could jump up Arsenal's shortlist if Livramento chooses to remain at St James' Park or head elsewhere, with Manchester City also keen. The Celta Vigo defender also has an admirer in Aston Villa boss Unai Emery, who could be preparing for another year in the Champions League.Villa have kept tabs on Mingueza for some time and keen to add som...