According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes.
Villa will need to add more quality and depth to the attacking unit. They have been overly dependent on Ollie Watkins this season, and the England International has not been at his best. They need more depth in that area of the squad, and signing the 29-year-old Spanish international could be ideal for them.
He is an experienced player with proven quality and at the peak of his career. This could be the right time for him to take on a new challenge as well. Oyarzabal is more than just a goal scorer, and he will help out creatively as well. The player has 15 goals to his name in all competitions this season, and he has picked up three assists as well.
The opportunity to play in the Premier League could be exciting for him. Aston Villa have an ambitious project and quality players at their disposal. Meanwhile, the West Midlands club also have a quality manager like Unai Emery. Oyarzabal was linked with a move to Manchester United during the January window.
The striker has a contract with the La Liga outfit until 2028, and it remains to be seen whether the West Midlands club can secure an agreement with them in the summer. They will be the striker for a reasonable fee. Aston Villa are well placed to secure UEFA Champions League qualification for the upcoming campaign. They need a deeper squad with higher quality to do well in the Premier League and the Champions League next season. Signing the experience Centre forward would be a wise decision.
However, they will need to improve multiple areas of the squad. They cannot afford to overspend on the Spanish attacker. Oyarzabal is an indispensable asset for the Spanish club. He also has two years left on his current deal. They are under no pressure to sell him this summer, and they could seek a premium.
Aston Villa will hope the player is keen on the move. It could strengthen their position in negotiating the deal.
