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Sunderland pursues Óscar Mingueza as contract with Celta Vigo expires

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Sunderland pursues Óscar Mingueza as contract with Celta Vigo expires
Summary

Sunderland has shown interest in signing Óscar Mingueza, whose contract with Celta Vigo expired on June 30. The 27-year-old defender, once part of Barcelona's youth academy, is attracting attention from several clubs, including Arsenal and Aston Villa. Mingueza has emerged as one of La Liga's top full-backs after contributing significantly to Celta's attacking play. Sunderland aims to enhance their squad with this versatile player amid strong competition for his signature.

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  • •Mingueza's contract with Celta Vigo ended on June 30.
  • •He is 27 years old and previously played for Barcelona.
  • •Sunderland faces competition from several Premier League and European clubs.
  • •Mingueza is known for his offensive contributions and tactical versatility.
  • •Sunderland's pursuit signals an intent to enhance their squad.
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Sunderland test the waters for the versatile 27-year-old defender as his Celta Vigo contract expire

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