Liverpool hijack Newcastle's move for Munoz after triggering release clause

Victor Munoz transfer news: Liverpool hijack Newcastle's move for Osasuna winger after triggering release clause Liverpool have hijacked Newcastle's move for Osasuna winger Victor Munoz after triggering his release clause; Reds reached an agreement with the Spanish club; the 22-year-old is currently at the World Cup with Spain and the reported fee is £34.6m Thursday 18 June 2026 07:46, UK Liverpool have triggered the release clause for Osasuna winger Victor Munoz. The Reds have effectively hijacked Newcastle's attempts to sign the Spain winger after Sky Sports News reported the Magpies were in talks over a deal. The 22-year-old is part of Spain's squad at the World Cup. Reports say he will undergo a medical in the USA and join for a fee of £34.6m. - Transfer Centre LIVE! | Liverpool news & transfers🔴 - Liverpool fixtures & scores | FREE Liverpool PL highlights▶️ - Got Sky? Watch Liverpool games LIVE on your phone📱 - Not got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW📺 - Choose the Sky Sports push notifications you want! 🔔 The situation is reminiscent of last summer, when Liverpool not only gazumped Newcastle in the race for Hugo Ekitike but also signed Alexander Isak, their star striker. Munoz joined Barcelona's La Masia academy aged 11 before eventually making the switch to Real Madrid's youth team in 2023. Current Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso gave the winger his LaLiga debut for the first team in May 2025, introducing him as a substitute for Vinicius Junior against Barca. Munoz signed a five-year deal at Osasuna that summer and played 34 league games last season, scoring six goals and providing two assists.