Dominik Szoboszlai’s rise at Liverpool has not gone unnoticed across Europe. According to reports, Manchester City and Real Madrid are closely monitoring the midfielder’s situation as speculation grows about a potential transfer in 2026.
Szoboszlai, 25, joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2023 and quickly became one of the Premier League’s most complete midfielders — a creative engine with the stamina of a winger and the shooting technique of a forward.
His performances this season, particularly in the Champions League and domestic top-flight, have reignited interest from elite clubs searching for dynamic playmakers.
“Dominik is one of the most tactically intelligent and technically versatile midfielders in Europe right now,” said former Hungary coach Marco Rossi. “It’s no surprise the biggest clubs are circling.”
City and Madrid Eye a Midfield Evolution
Manchester City, still evolving under Pep Guardiola’s post-Kevin De Bruyne era, view Szoboszlai as a natural heir to the Belgian’s creative role. With De Bruyne turning 34 next summer and battling recurring injuries, City are prioritizing a long-term successor who can operate between lines and press with intensity.
Scouts from the Etihad have reportedly attended several Liverpool fixtures this autumn, focusing on Szoboszlai’s off-ball movement and transitional play — two hallmarks of Guardiola’s system.
At Real Madrid, the interest stems from a different philosophy. Club insiders suggest Szoboszlai is seen as a complementary figure to Jude Bellingham, capable of balancing Madrid’s attacking midfield with more direct goal threat and set-piece quality.
