"Aston Villa are preparing an ambitious January move for Anderlecht's 17-year-old midfield prodigy Nathan De Cat, as they look to reinforce their long-term midfield core under Unai Emery. Sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside that Villa have identified the Belgian teenager as a potential partner for Boubacar Kamara in the years ahead and are keen to accelerate talks despite mounting competition from Tottenham Hotspur, Brighton, and Bayern Munich."
"He has already established himself as a regular in Anderlecht's first team and has featured prominently for Belgium's U19 side, earning comparisons to Manchester City's Rodri for his deep-lying playmaking style. The youngster has made 15 league appearances for Anderlecht in the Jupiler Pro League this season. While Anderlecht's official stance remains firm, that De Cat will stay at the club until at least the summer of 2027, insiders suggest the Belgian giants are willing to negotiate if the right offer arrives."
"Sources close to the club indicate that a 30 million (35m) package, including performance-related add-ons, would meet their record sale ambitions Villa are reportedly readying an offer worth 2225 million upfront, with additional bonuses and a 1015% sell-on clause, designed to tempt Anderlecht into early discussions. Tottenham are also actively pursuing De Cat, with sporting director Johan Lange pushing hard to bring him to north London, while Brighton have made inquiries through intermediaries."
Aston Villa have identified 17-year-old Belgian midfielder Nathan De Cat as a long-term target and are preparing an ambitious January bid to accelerate talks. The teenager has become a regular in Anderlecht's first team, made 15 league appearances this season, and starred for Belgium U19, drawing Rodri comparisons for his deep-lying playmaking. Anderlecht claim De Cat will remain until at least summer 2027 but could sell for a reported €30m (€35m) package including add-ons. Villa's proposed offer reportedly includes €22–25m upfront, bonuses and a 10–15% sell-on clause. Tottenham, Brighton and Bayern Munich are also interested.
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