Aston Villa are giving serious consideration to a move for Boca Juniors midfielder Milton Delgado, with reports in Argentina indicating an approach could arrive soon. According to TEAMTALK, Villa’s recruitment team have been tracking the 21-year-old closely as Unai Emery continues to assess how best to strengthen his midfield options.
Delgado is understood to have made an impression through his work without the ball and his ability to keep play moving. Those qualities are valuable in Emery’s system, particularly in a squad still settling after significant change. Villa’s league position has improved after an uneven opening to the campaign, though the recent 4-4 draw with Manchester United underlined the need for greater control in key moments.
Milton Delgado on Aston Villa radar
The latest update, relayed via Argentine outlet Soy del Millo, suggests Villa could make a bid for Delgado “in the coming days.” The report adds: “During this period, their scouts in South America noted his ability to win back possession, contribute to distribution, and maintain midfield balance.” That profile fits what Villa often look for in deeper midfield areas, especially with the demands of competing across multiple fronts.
There is also a suggestion that a “significant offer” may be enough to accelerate discussions. At 21, Delgado would represent a signing with both immediate squad utility and long-term upside, a market Villa have targeted effectively in recent windows.
Boubacar Kamara interest shapes midfield planning
Villa’s thinking in this area comes amid fresh attention around Boubacar Kamara. Reports have linked Chelsea, Inter Milan and Al-Hilal with the France international, whose importance to Emery has become increasingly clear following his return from injury. He remains a central figure when fit, offering tactical discipline and calm in possession.
Photo: IMAGO
At this stage, there is no strong indication that any of Kamara’s admirers are…
..
