Before the opening of the winter transfer window, Aston Villa are planning to make an offer, estimated at €25m (£22m), for a sought-after Belgian talent.
At just 17 years old, Nathan De Cat has already established himself as an undisputed starter at Anderlecht. The Belgian midfielder has already played 20 matches since the start of the season, including 17 as a starter, for one goal and one assist. Performances and significant potential that already interest the biggest European clubs.
Aston Vila face competition for sought-after Nathan De Cat
As part of their strategy to sign great talents, PSG are tracking Nathan De Cat, who is already reported as a Bayern Munich target. Borussia Dortmund, Tottenham and Brighton are also interested. Aston Villa can also be added, according to revelations from Caught Offside. Indeed, the Villans have identified the young Belgian as a potential partner for Boubacar Kamara in midfield for the future.
The English side are thus already considering taking action in the next winter transfer window, despite Anderlecht's position, which remains inflexible: the defensive midfielder will stay at least until the end of his contract, which expires in June 2027. However, Caught Offside believe the Belgian club would be ready to negotiate Nathan De Cat's departure if an interesting offer presents itself.
Aston Villa preparing offer for Nathan De Cat
An offer of €35m (£29.9m) could notably satisfy Anderlecht's demands. Aston Villa however have not planned to reach this amount and would be preparing an offer estimated between €22m and €25m (£18.8m and £21.4m) for January, “with bonuses and a 10 to 15 percent sell-on clause attached,” indicates the British outlet.
The Villans are reportedly currently studying two formulas for this potential transfer: a permanent transfer with a loan back to Anderlecht until the end of the season, or a loan with an obligatory purchase option next summer. The English club would rather favour the first option so that De Cat can continue his progression in Belgium before making the big leap.
This article was originally published on Top Mercato.
