Real Madrid Sets €60 Million Valuation for Gonzalo Garcia Following Interest from Dortmund and Italy

Real Madrid demands €60 million for Gonzalo Garcia as Borussia Dortmund’s €30M bid is rejected. Italian clubs join the race for the young forward.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 27, 2026, 3:45 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from YSScores

High Valuation Reflects Madrid’s Confidence in Homegrown Talent

The executive board at Real Madrid has signaled its intent to maintain a high financial threshold for the departure of Gonzalo Garcia, setting a significant €60 million price tag on the forward. According to reports from the Spanish daily AS, the club is determined not to undervalue the 22 year old, despite his role as a rotational player in the current squad. This valuation serves as a strategic deterrent to clubs seeking a bargain, emphasizing that the "Royal Club" still views Garcia as an asset with high ceiling potential, regardless of his current place in the pecking order behind established starters like Kylian Mbappé.

Italian Delegation Explores Potential Deal at Valdebebas

In addition to broad European interest, specific inquiries have emerged from Serie A, with representatives from an unnamed Italian club recently visiting Real Madrid’s sports city. Journalist José Félix Díaz reports that the meeting was intended to gauge the availability of several squad members, with Garcia’s name featuring prominently in the discussions. While the Italian side has yet to submit a formal bid, their direct approach to the club's leadership suggests a serious intent to bring the versatile striker to Italy, where technical forwards of his profile are highly coveted for tactical flexibility.

Borussia Dortmunds Thirty Million Euro Bid Falls Short of Demands

German powerhouse Borussia Dortmund has made the most concrete move for Garcia thus far, expressing a readiness to offer €30 million for a permanent transfer. The Bundesliga side, renowned for its ability to refine young Spanish talent, views Garcia as a primary target to bolster their attacking line for the 2026 to 2027 season. However, this opening gambit is only half of what Real Madrid is demanding, creating a substantial valuation gap. While Dortmund remains interested, Madrid’s management has indicated they will only entertain negotiations if the offer significantly aligns with their €60 million benchmark.