La Liga powerhouse Real Madrid has opted against exercising their buy-back option for Víctor Muñoz, who is currently on loan at Osasuna. This decision is set to provide Los Blancos with an immediate financial injection.
The 22-year-old attacker, Víctor Muñoz, has been a prominent figure in Spanish media discussions this week. Following an impressive debut season with Osasuna, Premier League club Newcastle United identified him as a prime candidate to replace Anthony Gordon.
Consequently, Newcastle submitted a substantial offer for Muñoz on Thursday.
The primary obstacle to a deal was Real Madrid’s first refusal clause, which granted them the right to match any offer for Muñoz as stipulated in his transfer agreement last summer.
However, as mentioned, Los Merengues have now chosen not to activate this clause.
Instead, Florentino Pérez and the club’s management have opted for an immediate €17 million cash gain through their 50% sell-on clause for Muñoz.
English Translation:
La Liga giants Real Madrid have made the decision to forgo their option to bring Víctor Muñoz back to the club from Osasuna. This comes as Los Blancos are instead poised for an immediate financial boost.
Attacker Muñoz has, of course, dominated Spanish media headlines throughout the week. After a stellar debut campaign with the aforementioned Osasuna, the 22-year-old was identified by Premier League outfit Newcastle United as the ideal replacement for Anthony Gordon.
The Magpies, in turn, tabled a significant offer for Muñoz on Thursday.
The main hurdle to a deal being struck between the parties was Real Madrid’s first refusal clause, which entitled the Bernabéu hierarchy to match any bids for Muñoz as part of the terms of his departure from the club last summer.
As alluded to above, however, Los Merengues have today decided against activating this option.
Instead, Florentino Pérez and his associates have opted for an immediate €17 million cash injection, through their 50% sell-on clause on Muñoz.
