One of the most pleasant surprises of the season in LaLiga has been the performance of a Celta defender. The full-back has established himself as a key player in the team, showing great versatility by playing both as a right and left wing-back. Guided by Claudio Giráldez, the Catalan defender has stood out for his offensive capabilities, scoring two goals and also providing five assists so far in the championship.
The player's great form hasn't gone unnoticed. His level has led him to be drafted by Luis de la Fuente for the Spanish national team, which has increased his international projection. This, in turn, has sparked the interest of several European teams, with RB Leipzig as one of the main suitors.
Leipzig Puts 20 Million on the Table
RB Leipzig, a club known for its focus on young and promising players, is looking for a right wing-back to strengthen its offensive style. According to Relevo, the German team is willing to offer 20 million euros to secure the services of Óscar Mingueza in the upcoming winter market.
This amount represents a considerable figure for Celta, which signed Mingueza on a free transfer after his departure from Barça. However, the Catalan club didn't miss out on potential future benefits. If the deal goes through, Barça would receive 50% of the sale, that is, 10 million euros, thanks to the rights it reserved in the transfer agreement.
Barça, with No Intention of Reclaiming the Full-back
Despite the first refusal option, Barça has no intention of matching Leipzig's offer to reclaim Mingueza. This not only benefits Celta, which can close a historic deal, but also the Catalan club, which would see its complicated financial situation eased. With those 10 million, the club could make progress in registering Dani Olmo, a priority target for this market.
The potential departure of Óscar Mingueza would mark a turning point for both Celta and Barça. On one hand, the Vigo team would lose a key player in its setup. On the other hand, Barça would take advantage of this sale to solve internal issues, such as financial fair play, and be able to count on Dani Olmo for the rest of the season.