Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleVictor Munoz is set to join Liverpool (Getty)Liverpool are set to sign Osasuna winger Victor Munoz for £34.5 million after triggering his release clause, marking him as new head coach Andoni Iraola’s first acquisition. The 22-year-old Spain international is expected to sign a six-year deal following a medical conducted in the United States, where he is currently with the national squad for the World Cup. Munoz's transfer comes despite initial interest from Newcastle, with Liverpool's move mirroring a previous instance where they secured a target also sought by United. Liverpool views Munoz as a versatile forward capable of playing across the front line, including on the right wing, a role previously occupied by Mohamed Salah, and as a centre-forward option. The signing is part of Liverpool's strategy to revamp their forward line, with Munoz having also attracted interest from major clubs such as Manchester United, Bayer Leverkusen, Real Madrid, and Barcelona.In fullLiverpool close in on Spain winger as first signing under Andoni IraolaThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in