Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have a storied history of epic clashes in the Champions League. Just last May, these two giants faced off for a spot in the Wembley final.

Real Madrid pulled off a dramatic comeback at the Bernabéu, with Joselu scoring twice in the final minutes to secure an unforgettable victory. Now, the rivalry shifts from the pitch to the transfer market, as both clubs target the same players for the summer of 2025.

Wirtz: the crown jewel

Florian Wirtz, the talented German midfielder, is set to leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer. Last year, he chose to stay for another season but left the door open for a 2025 exit. His father and agent confirmed, “Florian has a contract with Leverkusen until 2027, but we will see where the path leads in the next two years.”

Real Madrid sees Wirtz as the perfect successor to Luka Modric, but Bayern Munich is also keen on securing the young star, recognizing his potential to be Germany’s top talent for the next decade. The battle to sign Wirtz will be fierce.

Davies, Kimmich, and Musiala: The trio on Madrid’s radar

Real Madrid has its sights set on three Bayern Munich players: Alphonso Davies, Joshua Kimmich, and Jamal Musiala. Davies, whose contract expires in 2025, is eager to join Madrid. Bayern demanded $50 million for him last summer, but with his refusal to renew, he could sign with Madrid soon.

Kimmich’s contract also ends this summer, and while he is in renewal talks, no agreement has been reached. If he leaves Bayern, Madrid could swoop in to fill the void left by Toni Kroos. Musiala, Bayern’s star forward, is central to their future plans. He has a contract until 2026, and Bayern is negotiating a lucrative extension. Only if Musiala refuses to renew could Madrid make a move.

Tah: the defensive target

Jonathan Tah, another Leverkusen player, is on the radar of both Madrid and Bayern. His contract is up, and both clubs are interested in bolstering their defence.

Bayern wanted him last summer, but Leverkusen refused to sell. With Eder Militao’s recent knee injury, Madrid is in the market for a centre-back, and Tah fits their transfer strategy perfectly. It will be the decision of both the player and the clubs involved which will decide where he ends up.

Madrid and Bayern are ready to go to ‘battle’ in the transfer market next summer with the same objectives. It is expected that it will not be a long fight, as many of the players in question are finishing their contracts and Los Blancos are clear about what their limit will be to sign Wirtz. Before any deals happen, both sides can in fact meet in the Champions League and once again give the public another round of this classic European tie.

The summer of 2025 promises to be a thrilling chapter in the ongoing saga between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, as these two football powerhouses vie for top talent both on and off the field.