Liverpool may have completed the signing of Victor Munoz from Osasuna, but there is now “bad news” that has emerged from the 2026 World Cup.
The Reds have agreed to sign the Spaniard this summer, making him the first signing of the Andoni Iraola era, as a new dawn beckons at Anfield.
Munoz will bring the speed that Liverpool craved throughout last season, with Mohamed Salah not the force of old and losing a yard of pace, and Cody Gakpo also a one-dimensional figure.
The Reds may have signed Munoz, but he has now picked up an injury on international duty with Spain at the World Cup, with Cadena Ser [via Sport Witness] saying it is “bad news” for the winger, and adding:
“This injury to Víctor Munoz comes at the worst possible time. It completely disrupts his rhythm just as he was beginning to compete on equal terms with his teammates. [The injury] causes a disruption to the planning for the match against Saudi Arabia.”
Meanwhile, RFEF medical team confirmed the news, saying: “During the planned and individualised recovery process, an additional muscle injury has occurred, which will delay his return to competition. His availability for the upcoming matches will depend on the evolution of his symptoms.”
Liverpool must stop the injury curse next season
Liverpool were dogged by injuries last season, almost feeling cursed at times, so there is almost a painful predictability about Munoz’s setback.
But thankfully, it doesn’t sound as though his absence will be a long-term one, returning for the knockout stages of the World Cup, assuming Spain get there after a disappointing 0-0 draw with Cape Verde to open their campaign.
Hopefully, Liverpool supporters are given the chance to watch Munoz in action in the coming weeks, and he is exactly what Liverpool are looking for ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Fast, direct and capable of excelling right across the attack, he will provide the Reds with much-needed ability and depth in the final third.
At 22, Munoz is still a work in progress, but Liverpool will hopefully have his best years, assuming he remains at Anfield for many years to come.