Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a bold and strategic move in the summer transfer window, with plans emerging to bring Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai to the Santiago Bernabéu in a potential high-profile swap deal involving Eduardo Camavinga.
According to reports from Topskills Sports UK, Los Blancos have already initiated preliminary discussions with the Hungarian international’s representatives and view Szoboszlai as a
“dream signing” for their future midfield project. The Spanish giants are said to be seriously considering the inclusion of Camavinga as part of a player-exchange proposal — a move that would instantly turn negotiations into one of the most dramatic transfer sagas of the summer.
Szoboszlai has been one of Liverpool’s standout performers this season and is widely regarded as one of the most influential players in Arne
Slot’s squad. His importance was once again underlined in Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, where he scored a stunning free-kick — a moment of individual brilliance that briefly reignited Liverpool’s hopes in the match. Although he was later sent off in the closing stages, his performance only reinforced his status as a leader and difference-maker in midfield.
At 25, Szoboszlai is entering his prime years, and his blend of technical quality, physical power, leadership, and long-range shooting ability has made him central to Liverpool’s tactical structure. His ability to operate as both a creative playmaker and a high-intensity pressing midfielder fits perfectly into modern elite football systems — which explains Real Madrid’s growing interest.
Contractually, the situation adds further intrigue. Szoboszlai has two years remaining on his Liverpool deal as of this summer, and negotiations over an improved contract are already part of the background noise at Anfield.
Reports suggest the midfielder is seeking a significant wage increase, with figures as high as €345,000 per week (£300,000) being mentioned — a salary that would place him among the highest earners in the Premier League.
Real Madrid’s interest appears to be both sporting and strategic. With Luka Modrić
approaching the twilight of his career and Toni Kroos no longer central to long-term planning, Madrid are actively building their next-generation midfield around younger elite talents. Szoboszlai is seen as a perfect hybrid profile: experienced at the top level, tactically versatile, physically dominant, and commercially marketable.
The proposed inclusion of Eduardo Camavinga in a potential swap deal adds another layer of complexity. The French midfielder has previously been linked with a move to Liverpool, and there are reports that former Real Madrid defender Álvaro Arbeloa has advised the club hierarchy to consider selling Camavinga.
According to those reports, the 23-year-old has been performing below expectations this season and has not consistently reached the elite level that many predicted for him.
While Camavinga remains a highly valuable asset with immense potential, Real Madrid may view him as a negotiable piece in order to secure a player they see as more immediately transformative. A swap deal would also allow Madrid to limit direct financial spending — a strategy they have increasingly adopted since the arrival of Jude Bellingham, becoming more cautious with massive cash transfers.
From Liverpool’s perspective, the club has no intention of selling Szoboszlai. Internally, he is viewed as a cornerstone of the team’s present
and future project. However, sources suggest that Liverpool could be forced to consider negotiations if an extraordinary offer emerges — with figures as high as £140 million being mentioned as the minimum threshold for any serious discussion.
Even that figure, however, appears unrealistic in the current market, especially given Real Madrid’s reluctance to commit to massive cash outlays. This makes a player-exchange structure far more plausible than a direct mega-money transfer.
The potential deal would represent a rare high-level swap between two European superclubs — a move that could redefine both squads. For Liverpool, Camavinga would offer tactical flexibility, elite athleticism, and long-term potential. For Real Madrid, Szoboszlai would provide immediate impact, leadership, and attacking dynamism in midfield.
At this stage, no formal offer has been submitted, but the mere existence of talks signals that Real Madrid are serious about their interest. If negotiations progress, this could become one of the most high-profile and complex transfer stories of the summer.
With Szoboszlai’s contract situation unresolved and Real Madrid actively planning their next midfield evolution, the foundations of a blockbuster saga are already in place — one that could reshape the balance of power between two of Europe’s most iconic clubs.