Real Madrid considers signing Virgil van Dijk as free agent

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Real Madrid considers signing Virgil van Dijk as free agent
Summary

Real Madrid is looking to sign Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, who will be a free agent at the end of this season. The club is monitoring Van Dijk's situation closely as they prepare for potential future transfers. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich plans a long-term contract offer for Michael Olise, whose current deal expires in 2029, and is also interested in Jules Kounde from Barcelona. Additionally, Manchester United is targeting Jean-Philippe Mateta to boost their attack and is considering extending Luke Shaw's contract, while Tottenham is eyeing Kim Min-jae from Bayern Munich.

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  • •Van Dijk will become a free agent at season's end.
  • •Bayern Munich will offer Olise a contract until 2032.
  • •United targets Mateta to enhance their attacking options.
  • •Tottenham expresses interest in defender Kim Min-jae.
  • •Shaw's contract extension is under consideration from United.
Latest Updates
  • 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid considering Van Dijk - Tuesday's gossip
  • 8:02 PMBBC Sport — Real Madrid considering Van Dijk - Tuesday's gossip
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Real Madrid are waiting for Virgil van Dijk to become a free agent, Bayern Munich offer Michael Olise a long-term contract and are eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde.

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Real Madrid are waiting for Virgil van Dijk to become a free agent, Bayern Munich offer Michael Olise a long-term contract and are eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde.

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