Osasuna winger Víctor Muñoz has turned down an opportunity to join Liverpool and has instead decided to move to Newcastle United. It is reported that Manchester United and Barcelona also explored signing the Spain international, while Real Madrid holds a buy-back and a 50% sell-on clause. A key factor in his choice was the desire for consistent playing time, and the deal with Newcastle is reportedly for €35 million plus €5 million in bonuses.