Liverpool hijacks Victor Munoz transfer deal by activating $46M release clause
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCLiverpool is set to beat Newcastle to the signing of Osauna forward Victor Munoz, who has a release clause worth $46 million (£35 million) in his contract with the Spanish teamSpain forward Victor Munoz.(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Liverpool has hijacked Newcastle's move to sign the Osasuna winger Victor Munoz in a deal worth around $46 million (£35 million).The 22-year-old Spanish winger was expected to move to the North East, but the Reds appear to have jumped in. In a story broken by Fabrizio Romano, the player has a release clause, which has been activated.Munoz is currently with the Spanish national team at the World Cup.
He was an unused substitute against Cape Verde in the opening game for Luis de la Fuente's team. A right-footed left winger, he scored six goals in 34 La Liga games last term.Playing for Real Madrid previously, it is suggested that Los Blancos will be due half of the transfer fee because of the sell-on clause that was negotiated when he was sold.Liverpool is in need of more quality in wide areas having seen Mohamed Salah depart.
Federico Chiesa played a relatively minor role under Arne Slot.Munoz is a strong dribbler with a creative flair. Though his output will need to improve, he has been earmarked as an exciting talent for the future in Spain.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen.Follow @Liverpoolcom_ : The official Liverpool.com account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time.Follow us on Facebook or visit Liverpool.com homepage.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCTransfers