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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Richard Jolly

Liverpool seal first signing of Andoni Iraola era

  • Liverpool have signed Osasuna winger Victor Munoz for £34.5 million after triggering his release clause, marking him as new head coach Andoni Iraola’s first acquisition .
  • The 22-year-old winger is set to become new head coach Andoni Iraola’s first acquisition, pending a work permit and international clearance, as the club begins to revamp its forward line following Mohamed Salah’s departure.
  • Munoz, who scored seven goals last season, is seen as a versatile forward capable of playing across the front line, including on the right wing, left wing, and as a centre-forward.
  • Liverpool’s move for Munoz came despite initial interest from Newcastle United, Manchester United, Bayer Leverkusen, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, with Iraola accelerating the deal due to his familiarity with the player from La Liga.
  • Munoz passed a medical in Tennessee while with the Spain squad for the World Cup 2026 and is expected to sign a six-year contract, with his transfer fee to be paid in two instalments.

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Liverpool beat Newcastle in race for World Cup winger as first Iraola signing

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