Real Madrid postpone former player’s return plans to 2027 despite Barcelona’s interest | OneFootball

Real Madrid have decided to show patience in their long-term planning, with the club opting against rushing into a decision regarding the future of Victor Munoz. 

The young forward, currently developing at Osasuna, has started to attract serious attention, most notably from rivals Barcelona, yet Madrid appear calm about the situation.

According to AS, there is no immediate urgency within the club to bring the player back to the Santiago Bernabeu setup. 

Despite his impressive performances this season, the current thinking within the club is to allow his development to continue without disruption.

Decision postponed until 2027

At Real Madrid, the idea being discussed is to delay any concrete decision until 2027, provided Munoz maintains his upward trajectory. 

The club remains confident in their position, largely because they hold a right of first refusal, meaning they can step in before any other team completes a deal for the player.

This advantage could prove crucial, especially as interest in Munoz continues to grow. 

Several clubs are already monitoring his situation, with his €30 million release clause likely to attract suitors willing to test Osasuna’s resolve. 

Real Madrid will not rush into any decision. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

However, Real Madrid believe they remain in control of the situation and are prepared to act when necessary.

Then there is Barcelona

As such, Barcelona’s involvement adds immediate trouble, as the Catalan side has reportedly initiated contact regarding the forward, signalling their intent to explore a potential move. 

However, Real Madrid have no intention of making things easy for their direct rivals. 

While no formal offer has been tabled so far, Madrid are clear in their position and are closely tracking all developments.

At the same time, the club is aware that the coming months could bring unexpected changes. 

Interest from other teams, combined with the player’s own ambitions, could influence how the situation unfolds. 

Even so, the current preference is to keep Munoz at Osasuna for at least another season, allowing him to gain more experience in a competitive environment.