The Saudi football revolution shows no signs of slowing down, and this time, it’s knocking directly on Real Madrid’s door. According to multiple reports emerging from Spain and the Middle East, several Saudi Pro League clubs are preparing massive offers to lure some of Los Blancos’ biggest stars — with David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger at the top of their list. Vinicius Jr., however, is reportedly considered “untouchable,” as Real Madrid view him as the cornerstone of their future.
The news has sent shockwaves through European football. Saudi clubs, already known for their spending power and audacious transfer moves, have now turned their attention to the world’s most successful club. Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Alaba is being offered an eye-watering contract worth over €80 million for two seasons — a figure far beyond what Real Madrid could ever match under La Liga’s financial fair play rules. The Austrian defender, while still committed to Madrid, is said to be “seriously considering” the proposal, as it could mark the final major payday of his career.
Meanwhile, Antonio Rudiger, the German powerhouse at the heart of Madrid’s defense, is reportedly being targeted by two Saudi giants — Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad. Both clubs are said to be ready to double his current salary and grant him ambassadorial privileges after retirement. Although Rudiger has publicly stated he is happy in Madrid, insiders suggest he has not dismissed the idea of a move entirely. The lure of Saudi riches and the promise of a more relaxed lifestyle have tempted several European stars before him — from Cristiano Ronaldo to Karim Benzema — and Rudiger could be next.
However, when it comes to Vinicius Jr., Real Madrid’s stance is crystal clear: no discussions, no price tag, no exit. Club president Florentino Pérez reportedly made it known that Vinicius is “the present and the future of Real Madrid,” and any attempt to approach him will be immediately rejected. The Brazilian forward has become not only a key player on the pitch but also a global marketing icon for the club. Losing him to Saudi Arabia would be unthinkable — both sportingly and commercially.
Still, the growing influence of Saudi Arabia in world football cannot be ignored. Their financial power has already shaken traditional hierarchies, drawing stars like Neymar, Ronaldo, and Benzema away from Europe. Now, with Real Madrid in their sights, Saudi clubs are signaling that no player — or club — is off-limits.
Fans have been quick to react, with many expressing concern that the heart of European football is being hollowed out by money. “It’s no longer about football—it’s about business,” one supporter wrote online. But others argue that the Saudi project is simply the evolution of the game, bringing global investment and opportunity to players worldwide.
Whatever happens next, one thing is certain: if Alaba or Rudiger do accept the Saudi offers, it will mark another turning point in football’s power balance. The era of European dominance may be fading, and the desert’s golden wave is ready to rewrite the sport’s future.
