Victor Munoz discusses quick move to Liverpool amid World Cup focus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 2:55 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Victor Munoz spoke about his recent transfer to Liverpool, which occurred more rapidly than anticipated. The Spanish winger was initially close to joining Newcastle but shifted to Liverpool after they met his £34.5 million release clause with Osasuna. A pivotal conversation with head coach Andoni Iraola impacted his decision. Currently, Munoz is participating in the World Cup, and Liverpool is expected to integrate him into the squad once his involvement concludes.
- •Munoz's transfer to Liverpool finalized while he is at the World Cup.
- •Liverpool paid £34.5 million for Munoz's release clause.
- •Munoz was originally close to signing with Newcastle before Liverpool's intervention.
- •Iraola's call was a key factor in Munoz's decision to join Liverpool.
- •Munoz will need a recovery period post-World Cup before joining Liverpool.
- 2:55 PMYahoo Sports — “I didn’t want to hear anything…” – Victor Munoz opens up about sudden Liverpool transfer
"Victor Munoz has opened up about how his transfer to Liverpool last month ‘happened faster than expected’.As reported by Keith Downie, the Spanish winger was on the verge of completing a deal to j...
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