Report: Newcastle to compete with Aston Villa for 29-year-old wide player | OneFootball

Newcastle United are interested in signing the Marseille defender, Michael Amir Murillo, at the end of the season.

The 29-year-old full-back has done quite well for the French outfit, and his performances have attracted the attention of Aston Villa as well.

According to a report from Fútbol Centroamérica, the two Premier League clubs are hoping to get a deal done for the experienced defender. It will be interesting to see who wins the race for his signature.

It is no secret that Newcastle need a quality right back. Kieran Trippier is in the twilight stages of his career, and he will need to be replaced. The 29-year-old defender could compete with Tino Livramento for the starting spot next season.

Newcastle could be competing in the Champions League next year, and they need a deeper squad with more quality. The Ligue 1 defender could prove to be the ideal acquisition for them. He has the physicality and technical attributes to do well in the Premier League. He has the experience to play for the Magpies as well.

Aston Villa want to sign Michael Amir Murillo as well

Similarly, Aston Villa could use more quality in the defensive unit as well. Matty Cash and Andres Garcia have been inconsistent this season, and it remains to be seen whether the West Midlands club can bring in an upgrade.

Both clubs have the financial muscle to tempt Marseille into selling the player, and it will be interesting to see where Murillo ends up.

He will certainly be attracted to the idea of playing in the Premier League. This could be his final opportunity to play in a major European league. He is at the peak of his powers, and he will hope to secure a big move this summer.