Real Madrid ready to sign Bukayo Saka on one condition

Cameron Smith

21 Apr 2025 14:00 BST
3 min read

Bukayo Saka, Arsenal, Real Madrid — © IMAGO

Real Madrid are ready to sign Arsenal superstar Bukayo Saka if they sell Vinicius Junior or Rodygo this summer, according to a bombshell report in Spain.

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The England international helped Mikel Arteta’s side secure a memorable 5-1 aggregate win over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals last week and his performance in both legs caught the attention of Los Blancos president Florentino Perez.

Current ETV

Bukayo Saka

F, M (R)

Arsenal

Bukayo Saka

F, M (R)

Arsenal

ETV Range

€101.7M - €124.3M

That is according to Defensa Central publication Real Madrid Confidencial, who claim that Saka will be pursued this summer if either Vinicius Jr or Rodrygo depart.

The Spanish giants believe Saka has “the talent and character” to succeed at the Santiago Bernabeu, although they won’t launch a summer bid unless Vinicius Jr is sold to Saudi Arabia or Rodrygo departs amid interest from the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City.

The Transfers Podcast understands that Real Madrid are open to offloading Vinicius Jr this summer, amid extended contract negotiations, although Rodrygo is expected to remain at the club for the foreseeable future.

In addition to Saka, Real Madrid have also been linked with Spain winger Nico Williams, although reports have indicated that he could be set to extend his stay with Athletic Club, despite significant interest from Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea.

Bukayo Saka unlikely to join Real Madrid

Despite Real Madrid’s interest in Saka, the England superstar is extremely unlikely to leave Arsenal this summer and he is instead expected to sign a new contract at the Emirates Stadium.

His current deal with the north London giants is due to expire in 2027, but he will engage in contract extension talks soon and Arsenal are reportedly set to make him the highest-paid player at the club.

Saka has scored 11 goals and provided 14 assists in 30 appearances across all competitions so far this season, while his Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) currently stands at €113 million - the 16th highest of any player in world football.