UMVA can exclusively reveal that Newcastle United has emerged as the frontrunner in the pursuit of Osasuna winger Víctor Muñoz, with the Spanish attacker reportedly convinced by the project at St James’ Park.
The Magpies are in advanced talks over a deal worth around €35m plus €5m in bonuses, a package that would take the total value close to Osasuna’s €40m asking price. This signing could make Muñoz one of Newcastle’s most exciting attacking acquisitions of the summer.
For Manchester United and Liverpool, this development is a frustrating setback, as both clubs had been linked with the 22-year-old. However, Newcastle have offered something more convincing – a clear role, regular minutes, and a direct pathway into Eddie Howe’s attacking plans.
Muñoz’s priority has always been game time, and Newcastle seem to have made the strongest case. With Anthony Gordon’s future uncertain, there is a clear opening on the wing, and Newcastle have moved quickly to show the player he would not simply be another squad option.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Muñoz has prioritized continuity and minutes, which makes this feel less like a bidding-war defeat and more like a sporting rejection for United and Liverpool. The Spanish winger is now poised to join Newcastle, a move that would be a statement signing for the Magpies.
Real Madrid, who sold Muñoz to Osasuna, remain part of the story due to clauses they kept in the deal. They hold a low buy-back option and a major sell-on clause, but are not expected to bring him back this summer. Instead, they are set to profit from any Newcastle deal, a twist that adds another layer to the transfer saga.
UMVA has gathered that Newcastle are optimistic about completing the transfer quickly. For the Magpies, this signing would not only bolster their attacking lineup but also serve as a testament to their growing pulling power in the transfer market.
