Mourinho's request for Real Madrid's forward line

The Portuguese considers that he needs more firepower upfront and has asked Florentino for a forward, who would also arrive for free

Héctor Andreu | 29 Jul 2026 | 09.06
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Mourinho requests the signing of Vlahovic / LaRazón
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Dusan Vlahovic, a 26-year-old center forward, appears on the list of candidates to join Real Madrid and reinforce their attack during this summer transfer market. José Mourinho has requested studying the incorporation of the Serbian, who is available after his contract with Juventus Turin ended on June 30th.

The operation would not entail the club paying a transfer fee, yet it would require facing a signing bonus and a salary close to €8 million per season. The forward is evaluating several offers while his representatives negotiate the financial terms of his next contract.

José Mourinho asks Real Madrid for a target man striker

José Mourinho believes that the squad needs a center forward with more presence in the penalty area. The coach currently relies on Endrick and Gonzalo García, but is seeking a player capable of occupying defenders, challenging in aerial duels, and finishing crosses from the flanks.

The system designed by the coach emphasizes the offensive role of the full-backs, a situation that accentuates the need for a focal point near the goal. With a height of 1.90 meters, Dusan Vlahovic would fit those requirements and offer a different tactical option.

The intended role for Vlahovic would be similar to what Joselu had during his time at the club. He would not necessarily arrive as a starter, but as a specific choice for tight matches or situations where the team needs to stack players inside the box.

The Serbian concluded his last season with Juventus Turin with 10 goals and 2 assists across all competitions. Despite not exceeding 1,000 minutes significantly, these figures have kept his name in circulation after the end of his contract.

Gonzalo's departure influences Dusan Vlahovic's signing

The potential arrival of Dusan Vlahovic hinges mainly on the future of Gonzalo García. The academy player has offers to leave the club this summer, and his departure would free up a spot in the forward line and salary cap space.

Real Madrid does not foresee adding another attacker without first reducing the number of players available in that position. Gonzalo's continuity would effectively close the door on the Serbian, as Mourinho also has Endrick, Kylian Mbappé, and other players capable of playing in central roles.

Vlahovic can negotiate with any club starting from July 1st, hence Florentino Pérez does not control the timing of the operation. His agents are entertaining offers from various European teams and are requesting, in addition to the annual salary, an initial amount as a signing bonus.

Mourinho requests to sign Vlahovic

Would arrive completely for free

The overall cost of the contract will determine whether the club engages in negotiations. Even though no payment would be made to Juventus Turin, a multi-season commitment would encompass salary, fees, and bonuses, parameters that the sporting management must assess before presenting a proposal.

The decision is closely tied to departures. If Gonzalo leaves the squad, José Mourinho will persist in examining the conditions of Dusan Vlahovic; if the academy player stays, Real Madrid would lack the sporting space and financial leeway to finalize his acquisition.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La petición de Mourinho para la delantera del Real Madrid