Mikel Arteta 'driving' Arsenal move for Spain international

Mikel Arteta 'driving' Arsenal move for Spain international

Oscar Mingueza is being targeted by Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta (Picture: Getty) Mikel Arteta is pushing Arsenal to explore a move for out-of-contract Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, according to reports in Spain. Arsenal bolstered their defensive options with the addition of Cristhian Mosquera and Piero Hincapie last summer, with the latter’s loan deal set to become permanent at the end of the season. The Premier League champions are ke…

Arsenal, Newcastle 'leading' transfer battle for ex-Barcelona defender admired by Mikel Arteta - Sports Mole

Arsenal and Newcastle are reportedly leading the race for a former Barcelona defender who is out of contract at the end of June.

Mikel Arteta backs Oscar Mingueza Arsenal transfer

Arsenal are reportedly showing interest in signing Oscar Mingueza as the club assesses potential opportunities in the transfer market. The versatile Spanish defender is attracting attention ahead of a summer decision on his future, with Mikel Arteta said to be a strong admirer of the player. The 27-year-old is approaching the end of his contract with RC Celta de Vigo and is expected to become available on a free transfer. That situation has plac…

Arsenal and Newcastle United battle for free agent - Gunners could have edge for versatile player

Arsenal and Newcastle United will battle it out for Celta Vigo’s Óscar Mingueza this summer.  The Spaniard’s contract expires on June 30th and he hasn’t accepted the renewal proposed by the La Liga side. His contract situation favours Arsenal, Newcastle United or other clubs keen on the 27-year-old. In January and February, Sport Witness covered claims from Spain of Eddie Howe’s side looking at the right-back, who can also operate as a centre-ba…

Newcastle battling Arsenal to sign Oscar Mingueza on free transfer