Madrid Sets a Bold Target: Vitinha in the Crosshairs
3 February 2026
Madrid's pursuit lands on PSG star Vitinha.
Madrid's Plan for Vitinha
The Portuguese Vitinha remains at the top of Real Madrid's priorities to strengthen their midfield during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Stakes and Signals
Madrid is seeking a midfielder able to link the lines across the pitch, following Toni Kroos’ retirement and Luka Modrić’s move to Milan last summer; Vitinha is viewed as the perfect fit for that role.
But Real Madrid's ambition runs into PSG's plan to retain their man at least through the end of his contract in 2029, giving the French side leverage in negotiations.
What Could Break the Deadlock
Cadena Ser revealed new details about Vitinha's situation, noting that he remains a priority for Real Madrid to strengthen their midfield this summer, and that there is a specific clause in his contract allowing him to leave PSG if he wishes.
The radio, according to Mercato Fut, says Real Madrid is waiting for Vitinha to take the initiative and make the first move if he intends to join the Santiago Bernabéu fortress.
The decision now lies with Vitinha. If he wants to depart, he must inform both Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, after which Real Madrid will begin the transfer process.
While some reports mentioned a 90 million euros release clause, Cadena Ser now states the deal is about 100 million euros.
Vitinha has been a mainstay of PSG's squad, contributing effectively last season as they won the historic sextuple, most notably the Champions League title.
Punchline 1: If this move goes through, Madrid will finally have a midfield that doesn't require a GPS to pass to each other.
Punchline 2: And if it falls through, PSG can keep selling dreams and still win the sextuple—experience beats expectations, and football remains a very forgiving theater.
