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Liverpool signs Munoz from Real Madrid amid Newcastle bidding

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Liverpool signs Munoz from Real Madrid amid Newcastle bidding

Summary

Liverpool has completed the signing of former Real Madrid player Munoz, who is currently representing Spain in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. The deal comes after Newcastle United initially emerged as the frontrunners to secure Munoz, who played for Osasuna last season. Despite losing out on the player, Real Madrid negotiated a buy-back clause that remains valid for one season after his transfer to Liverpool. The Merseyside club has agreed to the €40 million release clause and aims to fill the gap left by Mohammed Salah’s departure. Munoz has reportedly passed his medical and is set to play a role in Liverpool's upcoming season.

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•Munoz is currently playing in the FIFA World Cup for Spain.
•Liverpool has signed Munoz for €40 million.
•Real Madrid retains a buy-back clause for Munoz post his first season.
•Newcastle United initially led efforts to sign Munoz before Liverpool intervened.
•Munoz has passed medicals and will join Liverpool ahead of the new season.

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6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Here we go – Liverpool hijack deal for former Real Madrid ace, club to retain buy-back clause

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Former Real Madrid player Munoz is participating in the ongoing FIFA World Cup representing Spain, and his future has been a serious matter of discussion on the transfer market.The player played at Os...
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