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💰Real Madrid Transfer Update – May 18, 2025: Vinicius Jr Linked to €250M Saudi Move, Dean Huijsen Signed, Ibrahima Konaté Eyed
Real Madrid head to the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on Sunday, May 18, to face Sevilla in La Liga. With the domestic title already in Barcelona’s hands, Carlo Ancelotti's squad are looking ahead to next season, and the club has already started shaping its summer transfer strategy.
Here are the top Real Madrid transfer headlines as of May 18, 2025.
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Ready to Splash €250M on Vinicius Junior
According to Fichajes, clubs in Saudi Arabia are prepared to offer more than €250 million for Vinicius Junior this summer, in what could become a world-record transfer fee.
The 24-year-old Brazilian remains a central figure at Real Madrid despite the recent arrival of Kylian Mbappé. With Xabi Alonso set to take over the reins at the Bernabéu, Madrid reportedly want to keep Vinicius and are working on a new long-term contract to fend off external interest.
However, reports suggest that Vinicius' entourage is already in contact with Saudi representatives. While Real Madrid will resist the move, a record-breaking bid could test their resolve.
✅ Official: Real Madrid Sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth
Real Madrid have officially completed the signing of Dean Huijsen from AFC Bournemouth. The 20-year-old Spanish defender has impressed in the Premier League this season and now secures a dream move to the Santiago Bernabéu.
Los Blancos triggered Huijsen’s £50 million release clause, and the player has signed a five-year contract running from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030.
According to the club’s statement:
“Real Madrid CF and AFC Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of Dean Huijsen, who remains tied to our club for the next five seasons.”
Huijsen is expected to feature in Real Madrid’s squad for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 this summer.
👀 Real Madrid Target Ibrahima Konaté as Defensive Reinforcement
As per top-tier transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid are not done strengthening their defense. Despite the addition of Dean Huijsen, the club is looking to bring in another top-level center-back in the next two years.
Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté has emerged as a priority target. The French international’s contract at Anfield expires in 2026, and with no extension signed yet, Los Blancos may have a window of opportunity.
With injuries and depth issues plaguing Madrid's defense this season, the board is keen on building a more reliable backline for the future.
⚽ Final Thoughts
Real Madrid’s 2025 summer transfer window is already heating up with big headlines: a mega offer for Vinicius Jr, a confirmed signing of Dean Huijsen, and a potential swoop for Ibrahima Konaté. With Xabi Alonso set to take charge, fans can expect a bold new era to begin at the Bernabéu.
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