Real Madrid sell talented young forward to La Liga side

Another name has emerged from the halls of La Fábrica, and this time, he’s taking the road less traveled — out of Madrid and into the ambitious setup at Osasuna. Victor Muñoz, the 21-year-old winger who stunned fans with his surprise appearance in El Clásico last season, has officially been sold to Osasuna in a deal worth €6 million, with Real Madrid retaining 50% of any future sale, per Fabrizio Romano.

And yes — this move is official. Here we go, indeed.

From El Clásico spotlight to Osasuna project

For the majority of Madridistas, Muñoz was a relatively unknown name until that moment. That game. The April Clásico, when Carlo Ancelotti handed the youngster meaningful minutes over Rodrygo Goes in a tactical roll of the dice. Muñoz didn’t just blend in — he almost stole the show. His quick feet, fearless dribbling, and intelligent movement nearly won Madrid the match, as he came within inches of scoring a dramatic winner.

It was a moment that raised eyebrows. Who was this kid? And if he could hold his own on the biggest stage in football, why isn’t there more room for him?

That question answers itself when you look at Real Madrid’s current attacking riches: Vinícius Jr., Rodrygo, Endrick, Arda Güler, Brahim Díaz,  and Kylian Mbappé now leading the line. It’s a crowded forward room, and Muñoz, despite his obvious quality, was never going to get consistent minutes.

A breakout star in the making for Osasuna?

This isn’t some empty loan or a soft exile. Osasuna finished ninth in La Liga last season, punching far above their weight under Jagoba Arrasate, and they’re not hiding their ambitions to push for Europe. Muñoz isn’t going there to warm the bench. He’s going to be one of the centerpieces of a young, dynamic project.

The Pamplona-based club has a long history of maximizing talent development, and Muñoz might just be the next hidden gem to explode with regular playing time. He’ll bring flair and unpredictability to a system that’s often too conservative in the final third.

Madrid keep the door open

The 50% sell-on clause isn’t just financial. It’s strategic. Florentino Pérez and José Ángel Sánchez know the pattern by now. Dani Carvajal left and came back. Casemiro went to Porto and returned a legend. Fran García and Brahim Díaz, too. Real Madrid love letting their talent grow elsewhere — then bringing them back once they’ve fully bloomed.

Victor Muñoz could very well be the next name on that list. The door at the Santiago Bernabéu isn’t closed — it’s just revolving.

Until then, all eyes will be on El Sadar. Because if Muñoz hits his stride in Pamplona, this won’t be the last we hear of him.

Victor Muñoz: remember the name.