Before Budimirone of the most lethal scorers of the last season in LaLiga, has become one of the proper names of the summer market. To their 33 years (will meet 34 in July), the Croatian striker has signed 24 goals and 4 assistshis best records since he arrived in Spain. And now, thanks to a Special clause of only 8 million eurosseveral clubs seriously consider their signing.
The price, which It will only be in force during a specific period of the signing marketrepresents a great reduction with respect to its usual clause, which amounts to 20 million euros. In addition, if the interest comes from outside Europe, the figure rises to 10 millionwhat remains an outstanding opportunity given its scoring reliability.
Real Madrid follows closely: they look for another “Joselu”
As the Diario de Navarra, Real Madrid He has put his eyes in Budimir as a possible reinforcement for the attack, after the march of Joselu Mato. The profile of the Osasuna striker fits the search for the white club: Veteran front, with goal, immediate performance and low cost.
Even the Croatia coach, Zlatko Daliche has not hesitated to praise him publicly:
“If Budimir played in Madrid or Barça he would have scored 40 goals”He said recently.
Although there is no formal offer on the table, Contacts and polls with their environment are constantwhat has both alert to Osasuna Directive as to his hobby.
Türkiye and Arabia also squeeze
But Real Madrid is not the only one interested. From Türkiyehe Besiktas He has taken the lead and has even started conversations with the player agent. Its objective is to strengthen the attack with a striker contrasted in Europe, and Budimir meets all the requirements.
Besides, Saudi Arabia clubs They have also shown interest. The economic figures that are handled in the Saudi league are an obvious attraction for a player who could be before His last great opportunity to sign a millionaire contract Before the end of his career.
Osasuna, on alert and with pending duties
The situation is not simple for Osasuna. Budimir is much more than a striker: He is a leader inside and off the fieldand has been decisive to keep the team in a competitive position. His possible march would force the club to redefine your sports projectand look for a substitute that, for performance and charisma, will not be easy to find.
The Navarro Club Trust the player’s professionalismwhich has always shown commitment to the team and affection for the city of Pamplona. However, they also know that the final decision will depend on the offers that arrive … and what Budimir himself wants for the final stretch of his career.
Concentrated with Croatia, but pending the future
Currently, Budimir is located concentrated with the Croatian National Teamdisputing the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. His focus is in the field, but his future will be decided in the offices in the coming weeks.
With such an affordable clause and such a reliable performance, Budimir is undoubtedly one of the chollos on the market. The question is not if it will leave, but When and what club. Meanwhile, Osasuna prepares for what could be One of the most painful, but inevitable operationsthis summer.