Real Madrid is considering Ante Budimir as an ideal replacement for Joselu, who played a crucial role last season. At the age of 33, Budimir scored 21 goals this season, making him the third highest scorer in La Liga. He is currently under contract with Osasuna until the summer of 2027, with a release clause set at 20 million euros. Real Madrid is interested in negotiating a lower fee by possibly including young talents on loan to Osasuna as part of the deal. Journalist Eduardo Inda reported on El Chiringuito de Jugones that Real Madrid regards Budimir as the ideal candidate for the role of an experienced and physically strong "joker" player, a profile that coach Xabi Alonso highly values. Budimir's record-breaking season at Osasuna, where he became the first player to score more than 20 goals, has attracted the interest of top clubs. Although Real Madrid has the financial capability to meet the release clause, they are exploring innovative options to complete the transfer, highlighting Budimir's outstanding form and potential impact at one of the world's most prestigious clubs.