Real Madrid plans midfield signings and a Vinicius Jr. swap with Bayern

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has listed several targets to strengthen the midfield ahead of the 2026 summer window. He is reportedly monitoring Moroccan youngster Ayoub Bouaddi, who impressed at the 2026 World Cup, as a possible successor to Luka Modrić. The club also keeps options such as Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández and West Ham’s Matheus Fernandes, with estimated fees ranging from €60 million to over €100 million.

In parallel, Madrid is exploring a large‑scale exchange involving Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior. Sources say the club could negotiate a swap with Bayern Munich, sending Vinícius to the Germans in return for French midfielder Michael Olise, with Bayern seeking a €200 million valuation for the deal. The negotiations aim to meet Mourinho’s tactical plans while addressing Vinícius’s contract situation, which expires in 2027.

Both strategies reflect Mourinho’s intent to rebuild the squad, targeting midfield solidity and reshaping the attacking line‑up to restore Real Madrid’s dominance in domestic and European competitions.