According to Sky Sports, Victor Osimhen, 26, has become a prime option for Real Madrid as the club evaluate a possible €100 million move if Vinicius Jr., 25, refuses to sign a new contract. The Brazil winger’s deal runs until June 2027, but tensions have grown after concerns within the squad about Xabi Alonso’s methods, and he has communicated that he will not extend his contract under the current situation.
Madrid see Osimhen as the ideal striker to fix their goalscoring problems and allow Kylian Mbappé to return to his natural position on the left wing. The Nigerian forward has scored 46 goals and seven assists in 53 games since joining Galatasaray, and his arrival would provide a physical presence Madrid currently lack in the box, while also increasing internal competition among the forwards.
According to ESPN and Cope, frustration is growing inside Real Madrid’s dressing room, where several players believe they are struggling to understand Alonso’s tactical approach.
The coach has reduced playing time for forwards such as Rodrygo, Gonçalo Garcia and Endrick, and the situation escalated when Vinicius reacted angrily after being substituted during the 2–1 win against Barcelona.
Although he later apologised, the tension has increased the possibility of a major exit. Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal are monitoring the situation closely and believe an opportunity may open if contract talks collapse.
Spanish outlet Fichajes reports that Madrid view Osimhen as the preferred alternative should Vinicius leave, and the move is gaining traction internally. The club believe a top-level centre-forward would solve structural issues that were exposed during the FIFA Club World Cup, where injuries forced tactical rotation.
The financial logic is clear: investing €100m now is seen as more sustainable than losing a star asset on a reduced fee later. For the player, the chance to lead the attack at Europe’s biggest club could be decisive, although competition is expected from Premier League sides who see him as a proven, explosive goalscorer.
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