Real Madrid will block Victor Munoz from moving to Barcelona

Q: Why is Real Madrid blocking Victor Munoz's transfer to Barcelona?

Real Madrid is exercising their right of first refusal on Victor Munoz to prevent him from joining their rivals, Barcelona.

Q: What are Victor Munoz's connections to Barcelona and Real Madrid?

Victor Munoz previously played at Barcelona's La Masia youth academy before moving to Real Madrid, where they hold half of his economic rights.

Q: What has Victor Munoz achieved recently in his career?

Victor Munoz has impressed at Osasuna and received his first call-up to the Spain national team this season.

VILLARREAL, SPAIN - MARCH 27: Victor Munoz of Spain celebrates his goal during the International Friendly match between Spain and Serbia at Estadio de la Ceramica on March 27, 2026 in Villarreal, Spain. (Photo by Ernest Kolodziej/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Victor Munoz has been linked with both Barcelona and Real Madrid after impressing for Osasuna and receiving a first call-up to the Spain team this season.

The youngster actually spent time at La Masia before moving onto the Spanish capital and Madrid want to make sure he doesn’t end up heading back to Barcelona, according to AS.

Real have a right of first refusal on Munoz, a purchase option, and half of his economic rights and are “not willing” to lose him to their bitter rivals.

Munoz has changed agents recently, fuelling more speculation about a move to Barca, but the report is adamant that this has nothing to do with a possible future transfer to Camp Nou.

Premier League clubs and Serie A teams are also said to be interested in Munoz, who has a release clause set at €40 million, but Madrid can buy him back over the next three summers for €8m, €9m, or €10m.