JJ Abrams looks to Benicio Del Toro as the Villain in Star Trek 2

Get excited for Star Trek 2, because we may have a talented star as the villain.

Variety reports:

Though most roles are cast in Paramount and Skydance's "Star Trek" sequel, the mysterious villain part was still available -- and now J.J. Abrams has made his choice. 

Sources close to the project tell Variety that Benicio Del Toro is expected to be offered the part, possibly before the weekend is out. Insiders say Del Toro has met with Abrams but, in an effort to keep the role a secret, still doesn't know exactly what it is. 

I think he will be great, but who and what will he be?