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Real Madrid considering Van Dijk – Tuesday’s gossip

Real Madrid are waiting for Virgil van Dijk to become a free agent, Bayern Munich offer Michael Olise a long-term contract and are eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 8:02 PM
Real Madrid considering Van Dijk – Tuesday’s gossip
Key Things to Know
  • Real Madrid are reportedly exploring signing Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk on a potential free transfer.
  • Negotiations regarding an Anfield contract extension for Virgil van Dijk have reportedly stalled.
  • AC Milan and Barcelona are also linked with potential interest in signing the Dutch international center-back.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a move for Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk as a potential free agent. The Spanish club is closely monitoring the Dutch defender's contractual situation at Anfield amid reports that negotiations over an extension have stalled, with potential interest targeting an eventual free transfer.

Additional European transfer gossip links Van Dijk with possible moves to AC Milan and Barcelona. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing contract extension talks with Michael Olise through 2032 while also plotting a potential winter transfer move for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé.

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