Aston Villa is interested in signing Celta Vigo midfielder Ilaix Moriba. Reports from Spain claim that Aston Villa have already submitted a significant offer for the player. The club is prepared to spend €20 million on him. Ilaix Moriba could be tempted by the possibility of moving to the Premier League. It is not certain whether Celta Vigo is ready to sell, as they will look to recoup as much as possible, and if Aston Villa can agree on a deal.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Ilaix Moriba could leave in the next transfer window and Celta is open to a possible transfer. Aston Villa is reportedly following the player. It is also reported that both Aston Villa and Brighton would be willing to offer up to 20 million for Moriba. Moriba has a release clause of 30 million, which is said to be negotiable.

According to information from SportsBoom, Aston Villa is leading the discussions for Ilaix Moriba. Initial signals from Birmingham indicate a concrete interest, although negotiations remain at an exploratory stage. Aston Villa sees Moriba as a strategic reinforcement to strengthen their midfield and add power in transitions.

Aston Villa is reportedly prepared to increase its efforts to sign midfielder Ilaix Moriba and currently appears to be the leading club interested in signing him. The club's coach, Unai Emery, is said to have watched the player and was reportedly impressed by his physical attributes and forward runs. Celta Vigo's financial situation could be a significant factor in a potential sale, and according to reports from March 2026, the club anticipates a transfer fee of at least €20 million.