RB Salzburg v FC Bayern München - Friendly Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Imagine Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané leaving for Borussia Dortmund... Sané discussed at BVB? (Sport Bild via @iMiaSanMia)Borussia Dortmund has kicked around a pursuit of Bayern Munich star Leroy Sané, but the Black and Yellows faced a couple of obstacles. First, Sané’s salary would be too great for Dortmund to handle (whether it is just too much for the budget threshold or BVB feels Sané’s production does not meet the hefty salary is up for debate), but second — and this is interesting — if the Germany international opts to leave Bayern Munich, he wants to play somewhere not in Germany: Leroy Sané’s name was briefly discussed at Borussia Dortmund. However, two reasons made any potential move unattainable. Firstly, BVB cannot afford Sané’s salary of around €20m/year. Secondly, the player himself has decided not to stay in the Bundesliga should he leave Bayern.It is really tough to discern whether or not Bayern Munich is really done with Sané or if they are just shaking him down to a bottomline number that he will accept. Despite recent reports, it feels like Bayern Munich really just wants to get Sané down to something that matches his production level and consistency. BVB in mix for Rashford? (@Plettigoal)If BVB cannot get Leroy Sané, maybe it already has its next potential target. Borussia Dortmund could be battling Paris Saint-Germain for Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford (who has also been loosely linked to Bayern Munich): ⚫️ Borussia Dortmund exploring deal to sign Marcus #Rashford. Confirmed after @TheAthletic. #BVB have the idea of a loan deal as the 27 y/o can leave Manchester United in winter transfer window as revealed. #MUFC

The chances of a #BVB success are currently considered low.… pic.twitter.com/xwAzWD4sOZ— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 7, 2025 ⚫️ Borussia Dortmund exploring deal to sign Marcus #Rashford. Confirmed after @TheAthletic. #BVB have the idea of a loan deal as the 27 y/o can leave Manchester United in winter transfer window as revealed. #MUFC The chances of a #BVB success are currently considered low. Milan and Juventus, also involved. Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Gladbach vs. Bayern Munich (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich will travel to Borussia Mönchengladbach for a Bundesliga showdown — against a traditional bogey team (at least in recent years) — in hopes of retaining their stronghold atop the league table. Bayern Munich will be looking to build off of the strong performances against RB Leipzig at the end of the Hinrunde and vs. Red Bull Salzburg in a friendly earlier this week. Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show. This is what we have on tap:A look at the recent form of each team and where they fall in the Bundesliga table.A look at the rosters and injuries for RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.A prediction on the match.Napoli serious with Chiesa (Foot Mercato via ESPN)Napoli wants to bring Federico Chiesa back to Italy:Napoli will make an opening offer to sign Federico Chiesa on loan from Liverpool until the end of the season. Fiorentina and Internazionale are among the other Serie A clubs who have been interested in him. If Chiesa were to move, it would have to be a full transfer, not a loan per Scores365 (as captured by 90Min.com): Liverpool have no intention of loaning Federico Chiesa to Napoli despite speculation to the contrary. Stuttgart got its man (@Plettigoal)VfB Stuttgart brought in rumored transfer target Jacob Bruun Larsen: ⚪️ EXCL | Jacob Bruun Larsen will join VfB Stuttgart with immediate effect ✔️

Total agreement with @tsghoffenheim has been reached now. 26 y/o winger currently undergoing his medical.

▫️Contract until 2027 + 1
▫️Transfer fee: €1.7m + bonuses + sell-on clause.

Exclusive… pic.twitter.com/2knEA8abEO— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 8, 2025The Hoffenheim attacker could be an interesting acquisition…

Arsenal v Manchester United - Emirates FA Cup Third Round Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images GAME DAY! Bayern Munich vs. Hoffenheim... Pletti says Mai-noooooo on rumors linking Bayern to United midfielder (@Plettigoal)Believe it or not, there are rumors linking Bayern Munich to Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo floating around during this latest edition of the winter silly season. If you dare, let’s take a gander at what is floating around cyberspace regarding this rumor: BAYERN MUNICH are set to join the race for Kobbie Mainoo, SunSport can reveal.The Manchester United midfielder could be on his way out of Old Trafford if the club are unable to afford his wage demands.Mainoo - whose current £20,000-a-week contract expires in 2027 - is hoping for a fresh deal worth £200,000-a-week. But United are believed to be reluctant to go that high - which has led to reports Mainoo could leave the club either during this window or over the summer.Chelsea are at the front of the queue for the midfielder, but SunSport has learned that the London club will not be the only side chasing him. German giants Bayern are also long-term admirers and are planning to make a move if he becomes available. Bayern Munich and Chelsea are both interested in Man Utd midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, according to @TheSunFootball.Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg, however, says that is nonsense: Rumors linking FC Bayern with Kobbie #Mainoo are wide of the mark!

The 19y/o midfielder from #MUFC is currently not a topic at Bayern. @SkySportDE pic.twitter.com/bIHu9s7xaD— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 13, 2025So in other words, Plettenberg says...”Mai-noooooooooooooooooooooooooo!” — Vader style.Or was it more like, “Mai-noooooooooooooooooooooooooo!” — Luke style?Which “Noooooooooooooooooooooooooo!” is better?James heads to Mexico (@ClubLeonEN)Well Mexico...he’s your problem now: Welcome, James Rodriguez @jamesdrodriguez

" " pic.twitter.com/VVGHDfUF53— Club León English (@ClubLeonEN) January 13, 2025Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Hoffenheim (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich is hosting a struggling Hoffenheim side for a Bundesliga showdown with a squad that has simply not gotten on track during this campaign. Bayern Munich will be looking to improve upon its 1-0 victory over Gladbach last weekend and should have a chance against a reeling Hoffenheim squad. Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show. This is what we have on tap:A look at the recent form of each team and where they fall in the Bundesliga table.A look at the rosters and injuries for Hoffenheim and Bayern Munich.This is a golden opportunity to look closely at midfielder Tom Bischof, who is a legitimate transfer target for the Bavarians. A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.A prediction on the match.Ten Hag lurking around BVB job? (@Plettigoal)Imagine if Erik ten Hag is just lying in wait to become the next coach of Borussia Dortmund: Erik ten Hag remains the shadow coach for Nuri Sahin. Dortmund’s head coach still enjoys the trust of the board despite the team being in 8th place in the Bundesliga.Ten Hag was at the stadium in Dortmund on Friday for their 2-3 defeat against Leverkusen, as per @berger_pj.The former #MUFC manager shares a very good relationship with #BVB advisor Matthias Sammer.Malen to Villa (@AVFCOfficial)Speaking of Borussia Dortmund, the much rumored move of Donyell Malen to Aston Villa has gone official: Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Dutch international Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund. pic.twitter.com/WHAFLagK9U— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) January 14, 2025Bavarian Podcast Works — The Bundesliga Rundown with Marcus Iredahl: Matchday 16 (Bavarian Football Works)We’re back and ready for it all over again.The Bundesliga Rundown makes its 2025 debut — and what a matchday we have to discuss!In this episode, Marcus covers:Why Borussia Dortmund’s problems go beyond Nuri Şahin and are deeper at the boardroom…

Eintracht Frankfurt v Borussia Dortmund - Bundesliga Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Bayern Munich had a quick turnaround this week... Bayern has challengers for Gittens (@Plettigoal)it is no secret that Bayern Munich has strong interest in Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, but if the Bavarians want to secure the Englishman, they will have to ward off challenges from both Manchester United (dumpster fire) and Chelsea FC per Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg: ⭐️ It’s not just FC Bayern considering a move for Jamie #Gittens this summer.Manchester United and Chelsea are also seriously interested. #MUFC #CFC No decisions have been made yet, but all teams have expressed concrete interest.If Borussia Dortmund fail to qualify for the Champions League, the departure of the 20-year-old top talent becomes highly likely. Gittens will cost a pretty penny and while Bayern Munich might really like him, Manchester United and Chelsea could actually be more desperate and willing to back up the Brinks truck for him.Leipzig pursuing Weah? (ESPN)RB Leipzig could be looking at a loan deal for USMNT attacker Timothy Weah: RB Leipzig have seen a loan bid to sign USMNT winger Timothy Weah rejected, according to Foot Mercato. The deal would have contained an option to sign the 24-year-old permanently, but Juve want to keep him as he has registered four goals and four assists in 20 appearances so far this season and seems to have the faith of new head coach Thiago Motta.Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 26 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich is in a hellacious stretch here, but we have you covered with everything. Check out what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show hosted by Chuck and Jack: Some final thoughts on Bayern Munich’s win over Wolfsburg.Is Max Eberl punching walls and slamming tables every time Leon Goretzka puts in a good performance? Or...is Vincent Kompany bailing Eberl out by giving Goretzka this kind of opportunity. The Alphonso Davies contract situation has been a wild story to follow. Where do things stand? Has Bayern Munich gone too far with its salary package to secure the deal?Jamal Musiala has — allegedly — gotten the release clause that he wants. Is that a bad precedent to set?Will Musiala have the allure of Leo Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo to other players?How important is it to keep Joshua Kimmich? Is he doing his due diligence or running Bayern Munich through the ringer because he is a maniac?Goretzka recognized for effort vs. Wolfsburg (kicker via @iMiaSanMia)Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka was named to kicker’s Bundesliga Team of the Week:Leon Goretzka in @kicker's Bundesliga Team of the Week pic.twitter.com/jMEpmadDvc— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) January 19, 2025Madrid moving on from Davies? (Football Espana)As rumors continue to swirl that Bayern Munich and Alphonso Davies are close to a new deal, Real Madrid might be officially moving on from a pursuit of the Canadian: Real Madrid are eyeing up multiple high-profile signings for the summer transfer window, although one looks like it is about to fall through – that being for leading left-back target Alphonso Davies.Davies has been on the club’s radar for some time, and the idea is picking him up in the summer after the expiry of his Bayern Munich contract has been very appealing. However, it is looking less and less likely that the Canadian international will be available for free at the end of the season.Bayern offered a new deal to Davies earlier this week, and an agreement is said to be very close. As such, Diario AS have reported that Real Madrid are starting to accept that they will not be signing the 24-year-old.Left-back has been a problem position for Real Madrid this season, so Davies’ arrival has been necessary. With his incoming no longer expected, it will be interesting to see whether someone else is brought in to compete with Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia.Bavarian Podcast Works: Postgame Show —Bayern Munich…

West Ham United FC v Manchester United FC - Premier League Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images BVB could be ready to make a move...soon. According to a report from Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg, former Bayern Munich campus coach Erik ten Hag is a candidate to replace Nuri Sahin should Borussia Dortmund let him go: ⚫️ Despite other reports, Erik ten Hag remains a candidate for Borussia Dortmund should Nuri #Sahin be dismissed. #BVB He is and will remain on the list. However, he would not be a 6-month solution, but would demand a long-term contract. Additionally, his severance pay with #MUFC would need to be settled.In addition to Ten Hag, Dortmund have discussed other candidates.Ten Hag will assuredly be looking for a place to reboot his coaching career. Will BVB be the place?Bayern Munich is in the midst of a number of important contract situation, so let’s talk about them on the Bavarian Podcast Works Show! Is Jamal Musiala a big enough draw to lure other top flight players (like Cristiano Ronaldo or Leo Messi)? Will Bayern end up paying too much for Alphonso Davies? Is Joshua Kimmich really going to leave? We cover it all!You can get the show on Patreon, Spotify, or below: Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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Chelsea v Morecambe - Emirates FA Cup Third Round Photo by Crystal Pix/MB Media/Getty Images Will Bayern Munich make a move? According to a report from Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic (as captured by @iMiaSanMia), Bayern Munich could still have the potential to get Chelsea FC attacker Christopher Nkunku if the German table-topper wants him. Per Whitwell, Nkunku is available on loan.However, it has been widely assumed that to make a move for a player like Nkunku, Mathys Tel would have to agree to leave Bayern Munich on a loan or even a full transfer. Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg (via @iMiaSanMia) is reporting that Tel still does not want to go anywhere, despite his lack of playing time. Plettenger also stated that Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl still wants Nkunku. Mathys Tel had made it clear internally that he wanted to stay at FC Bayern. But the *lack of* playing time in recent games will still influence his decision. Bayern are not putting any public pressure on him, but things are currently difficult for him under Vincent Kompany. Bayern are aware that Chelsea still have Tel high on their list, with other teams, including some from the Bundesliga, interested as well. Further talks with Tel will take place this week, with Max Eberl still interested in signing Christopher Nkunku.In Bayern Munich’s last three games, Tel has not made an appearance. Overall, Tel has only played 396 minutes this season across 13 games this season. Tz journalist Philipp Kessler (via @iMiaSanMia) backed up Plettenberg’s report, but did state that Tel wants to be shown a “clear plan” and also that a meeting will take place this week between Bayern Munich and Tel’s camp: Mathys Tel is currently not interested in a move to Chelsea as he does not see it as the ideal destination for his development. Tel still loves Bayern, but wants to be shown a clear plan. The club will have to follow up their promises with actions in order to keep him. A meeting between the player’s camp and the people in charge at Bayern is planned for this week.With just a few days left in the transfer window, Tel and Bayern Munich will need to get this situation sorted out quickly. As for Nkunku, Plettenberg is reporting that Manchester United could make a move for him: | Understand Chelsea and Manchester United remain in contact regarding a transfer of Christopher #Nkunku until Deadline Day. #CFC This is also because a departure of Alejandro Garnacho still remains a possible scenario. #MUFC⚠️ Nkunku is open to a move. A deal with FC Bayern is (also) still possible, but it depends on Mathys Tel, who may reconsider his decision to stay at Bayern this week.But Tel, currently not considering a move to Chelsea as per @kessler_philipp. Is Bayern Munich setting the bar too low for itself with some of the decisions that it is making? Where does Bayern need to to improve the roster now...and in the future? Should the club just stay quiet about Joshua Kimmich’s contract situation? We think so! Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works Show. You can get the podcast on Patreon, Spotify, or below: Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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FC Bayern Muenchen Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images Bayern Munich could be losing one of its key prospects... Bayern Munich and Mathys Tel have been doing a dance for weeks about his status with the club. When rumors arose of the young Frenchman wanting to go on loan, they were quickly squashed by rumors of a long discussion between Tel and head coach Vincent Kompany to define the attacker’s role. However, after three consecutive games planted to the bench, Tel might be feeling that he needs to move per Fabrizio Romano: EXCLUSIVE: Mathys Tel has just decided to leave Bayern in January!

Bayern and player side will assess all the options on the market.

Chelsea asked for Tel at the beginning of January but there are more clubs also keen… race open. pic.twitter.com/jWkkIcn0K1— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 28, 2025It is not clear from Romano’s report or any of the subsequent reporting below on whether or not Tel wants a permanent move or a loan, but it is clear that the wheels are turning for some clubs — including Chelsea FC and Olympique Marseille per Sky Sport journalist Kerry Hau: Der FC Chelsea wird seine Bemühungen um Mathys Tel nun wieder intensivieren. Zudem haben viele weitere Vereine, darunter auch Olympique Marseille, ihr klares Interesse am 19-Jährigen hinterlegt. Als Tel-Ersatz bleibt Christopher Nkunku eine Option für den FC Bayern. Nkunku würde…— Kerry Hau (@kerry_hau) January 28, 2025Chelsea FC will now intensify its efforts to sign Mathys Tel. In addition, many other clubs, including Olympique Marseille, have expressed a clear interest in the 19-year-old. Christopher Nkunku remains an option for FC Bayern as a replacement for Tel. Nkunku would still like to move to Munich. But Chelsea is also in contact with Manchester United because of Nkunku. @SkySportDE @PlettigoalFinally, this news sets up Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Manchester United for a bit of a bizarre love triangle. Bayern Munich and Manchester United want Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku, while Chelsea and United want Tel per Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg: Understand Manchester United considering entering the race for Mathys #Tel in the event of a departure of Alejandro Garnacho or Marcus Rashford.

… following Tel‘s decision to leave FC Bayern before Deadline Day. #MUFC

Open race. But ManUtd and more teams are very well… pic.twitter.com/yK75vUn1Ko— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 28, 2025 Understand Manchester United considering entering the race for Mathys #Tel in the event of a departure of Alejandro Garnacho or Marcus Rashford.… following Tel‘s decision to leave FC Bayern before Deadline Day. #MUFCOpen race. But ManUtd and more teams are very well informed. @SkySportDEWith just a few days left in the transfer window, things will have to happen quickly. Looking for more thoughts and analysis on Bayern Munich’s Champions League showdown with Slovan Bratislava? Awesome, then check out our Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show on Patreon, Spotify, or below: Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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FC Bayern Munich Training Session Photo by F. Noever/FC Bayern via Getty Images Say, what? According to a report from Sky Sport journalists Florian Plettenberg and Kerry Hau, Mathys Tel could be rethinking his stance. A stay with Bayern Munich could be in play for the French youngster, which seemed like a longshot just yesterday: For the first time in the past four days, Mathys #Tel is no longer ruling out staying at FC Bayern after rejecting Tottenham today! Bayern have now also received information that a stay is possible. However, further discussions are ongoing. Manchester United, who contacted Bayern by phone, remain in the race. Aston Villa, Arsenal and Chelsea are still involved. #MUFC It now depends on the clubs, on their projects, visions and concrete offers whether a loan or even a sale could still happen before the Deadline Day.Tel rejected Tottenham today because he wasn’t convinced by the project - independent of the Spurs’ offer.The situation is far from over and Tel will likely need some assurances on playing time before he finalizes any decision. When there is more news, we’ll have it...Looking for our thoughts and analysis of the Mathys Tel transfer situation, along with why Vincent Kompany should be held accountable for Bayern Munich’s recent iffy performances? Great, then check out the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show on Patreon, Spotify, or below: Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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FC Bayern Munich Training Session Photo by F. Noever/FC Bayern via Getty Images It seems like Mathsy Tel will have another chance to leave Bayern Munich...if he wants it. According to a report from Sky Sport journalists Florian Plettenberg and Kerry Hau, Manchester United has “signaled” to Bayern Munich that they could submit a loan offer for Mathys Tel.In addition, Aston Villa could also get involved: Manchester United have once again clearly signaled to FC Bayern in the last few hours that they are considering submitting a concrete loan offer for Mathys #Tel. ManUtd want to prepare in case Marcus #Rashford moves to Aston Villa. Bayern are now awaiting the next move from #MUFC. At this stage there’s is no agreement between ManUtd and Tel yet and ManUtd are also exploring other options. Not only Tel. ⚠️ This morning, there was also new contact between Aston Villa‘s and Tel‘s management.Tel will not be in the squad for today’s match against Kiel.To this point, Tel has already spurned a terrific offer from Tottenham Hotspur, which could mean that he is not ready to leave Bayern Munich after all — despite the lack of playing time. Can Manchester United or Aston Villa convince Tel to leave? As of now, those could be his only options as Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC have both been silent. Looking for our thoughts and analysis of the Mathys Tel transfer situation, along with why Vincent Kompany should be held accountable for Bayern Munich’s recent iffy performances? Great, then check out the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show on Patreon, Spotify, or below: Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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RB Salzburg v FC Bayern München - Friendly Match Photo by F. Noever/FC Bayern via Getty Images Will Manchester United be able to pony up enough cash to make a deal work with Bayern Munich? After turning down Tottenham Hotspur on Friday, Bayern Munich attacker Mathys Tel has decided where he wants to go — now it is just a matter of the two clubs working out what could be a “complicated” deal. The young Frenchman has chosen Manchester United as where he wants to play next, but it does not necessarily mean that a deal is imminent as the Red Devils have failed to propose an offer that is to Bayern Munich’s liking. Arsenal FC is still also in the mix: BREAKING | Been told Mathys #Tel has decided to join Manchester United with immediate effect ✔️Concrete negotiations are underway between Bayern and #MUFC. ⚠️ ManUtd have submitted a loan offer, which Bayern immediately rejected. Bayern are not satisfied with the offered package from England. Bayern are pushing for an obligation to buy or a permanent transfer.Complicated. Talks are ongoing. Arsenal, not off. It seems as if Manchester United will have to up the ante if it wants to secure Tel, something that is not a definite. The next few hours could get wild...Looking for more thoughts and analysis of Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga win over Holstein Kiel? Awesome, then check out our Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show, where we break it all down from the starting XI to the scoring and subs to our final takeaways on the match! You can get the show on Patreon, Spotify, or below:Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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FC Bayern München v Celtic FC - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off Second Leg Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Bayern Munich is hosting Bayer Leverkusen in the UCL today... Bayern sets price on Coman (Bild via @iMiaSanMia)Bayern Munich has extended quite a few players so far, with a few others reportedly nearing new deals. In addition, Bayern Munich looks as if it is prepared to push all of its chips to the middle of the table in an effort to get Florian Wirtz this summer. To even attempt to afford all of these moves, Bayern Munich has to generate funds from somewhere — and one source of income could be a sale of Kingsley Coman: Bayern have set a €35-45m price tag for Kingsley Coman. Arsenal and Saudi Pro League are potential destinations for the Frenchman, who is open to a summer move. Coman is one of the players Bayern want to offload to reduce the wage bill and raise funds.Uh...Coman is not worth that much anymore. At 28-years-old, inconsistent, and oft-injured, Coman does not offer much a skill-set that clubs cannot find or develop for a lot less money. Moreover, Coman’s struggles with his crossing and finishing have continued on from his early days at Bayern Munich. It would be awesome to see Bayern Munich get as much as it is asking, but — in reality — Coman is just a guy with some close-range explosiveness, some good ideas, and a willingness to defend. Sure, those are wanted traits in today’s game, but there are more complete, better players who will be available for less money. All that said, godspeed to Bayern Munich if it can get that type of fee for Coman in today’s market. Šeško on the move? (@Plettigoal)RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško does, indeed, have a release clause and several clubs — Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal FC — are interested: EXCL | Until now, there had only been talk of a verbal agreement, but Benjamin #Sesko has a formally fixed release clause in his contract until 2029. This clause can be activated starting this summer.It is tied to various parameters – such as games played, goals, and assists – and increases regularly. Currently, the clause stands at around €70m for the 21-y/o top striker, but by the end of the season, it is expected to reach approximately €80m.All top English clubs have expressed interest, including Manchester United, Tottenham, and Arsenal. The only club not involved in the race is Manchester City. #MUFC #AFC #MCFC However, Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg noted that Chelsea FC could also get involved and Tottenham might not really have a chance to land Šeško: RB Leipzig are aware of the strong interest from several top Premier League clubs in Benjamin #Sesko.As previously revealed, the 21-y/o top striker has a formally fixed release clause for the summer, which could rise to €80m by the end of the season.Tottenham currently have little chance, while Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal have all expressed concrete interest. #MUFC #CFC #AFCThe timing of all of this is...troublesome if you are like this author, who think Šeško could be the ideal successor for Harry Kane. Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen (Champions League)Well, here we are...here the (bleep) we are. Bayern Munich is set to host Bayer Leverkusen in a massively anticipated Champions League showdown. Leg one of this tie is being held at the Allianz Arena and will present the Bavarians with the opportunity to get a jump on the talented and dangerous visitors. The game is the spectacle, but there is a sideshow going on with Bayern Munich’s public courtship of Florian Wirtz — which should ramp up the hard feelings and intensity of this contest even more. Let’s dive into all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Catching up on the Florian Wirtz transfer rumors.How each team got to this point and how they fared against each other earlier this season.A look at the injury situations for both Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen.A guess at…

Bayer 04 Leverkusen v SV Werder Bremen - Bundesliga Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty Images Bayern Munich is back at it... Wirtz staying put? (kicker)Well, this would change some plans for Bayern Munich this summer. Per kicker, Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz could be getting close to signing a contract extension with Die Werkself: Contract talks between Florian Wirtz and Bayer 04 began at least half a year ago. However, the game has long since stopped. The framework for an extension is in place. However, the star’s approval is still missing.Along with the still-unanswered question about the future of coach Xabi Alonso, this is the hottest topic currently occupying club officials and fans of Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Will the German double winner be able to continue to enjoy the footballing skills of exceptional player Florian Wirtz next season ? Or will the Werkself have to sell Germany’s best footballer this summer because his contract expires in June 2027?After all, with a transfer value of well over 100 million euros, it is considered far too risky to keep the playmaker with the current contract term until the summer of 2026. Bayer would then no longer have a strong position in the transfer poker and would no longer have all the reins firmly in hand.The player’s side doesn’t see the (personal) development of the still only 21-year-old as complete. At Leverkusen, he could further mature in a leadership position and further develop his leadership qualities. This wouldn’t necessarily be the case with a move to one of Europe’s top clubs.In addition, the prospect of preparing for his first World Cup participation in 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico in a familiar and at the same time top-class sporting environment and thus completely suitable without any disruptive factors is a pro argument for staying at Bayer.Interestingly, kicker also notes that Wirtz’s decision is independent of what happens with coach Xabi Alonso, who has been rumored to a move this summer as well. As for Wirtz, this could not only change Bayern Munich’s plans for the summer, but for the future as well. Whatever Bayern Munich spends this summer on other players could affect its ability to make a play for Wirtz in 2026 — when the club could also be looking to sign a high-priced striker. United monitoring Nmecha, but not all-in on midfielder (@Plettigoal)Manchester United is keeping an eye on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, but his price tag and roster crowding concerns could prevent a move from happening: Manchester United are closely monitoring the situation of Felix #Nmecha, as per BILD and confirmed. @berger_pj However, there are currently no concrete talks or negotiations with either the player or Borussia Dortmund.One reason is that #MUFC still have an excess of players in his position. Dortmund are demanding at least €50 million in the summer. His contract runs until 2028.This is what Sky Sport’s Patrick Berger initially said: Manchester United are interested in Felix Nmecha (24/ ) and have him on their shortlist, as Bild reported - confirmed! Jason Wilcox, the technical director of #MUFC, knows him well from his time as Manchester City’s academy chief. However, there has been no contact yet. Borussia Dortmund do not want to sell Nmecha, but if they fail to qualify for a European competition, they may be forced to. Price valuation: €50m+. #BVB ⚫️ ManUnited have a packed midfield with Mainoo, Casemiro, Ugarte, Bruno Fernandes ... But if a player leaves, Nmecha could become a serious option for @ManUtd.. Casemiro is among those who could be on the move. Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 35 (Bavarian Football Works)The German national team took center stage over the past two weeks, so we will focus on that, but we will transition back to Bayern Munich and how the Bavarians are dealing with injuries and a key stretch to the season. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Unpacking where Germany stands after advancing to the UEFA Nations…

FC Bayern München v FC St. Pauli 1910 - Bundesliga Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images Can Harry Kane score a few this weekend for Bayern Munich? Kane blows off EPL rumors (@Plettigoal)Rumors have been swirling for weeks that Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane might be thinking about a return to England this summer. Per Kane, he is “happy to be at Bayern”, but also leans on the old adage of not thinking too far ahead: Harry #Kane confirms our news that he is not thinking about a transfer at all. Kane feels very comfortable at FC Bayern. Rumours linking him with Liverpool and Manchester United are wide of the mark. #LFC #MUFC The possibility of returning to Spurs at some point was already agreed upon when he joined Bayern – but that is not a topic at the moment either.Kane told @ESPNFC: “A few random stories out there for sure. I don’t know where they come from. But I’m happy here at Bayern.”Kane had a lot more to say to ESPN FC’s Archie Rhind-Tutt (via @iMiaSanMia) on the topic as well. “I’m not sure (about returning to England). I’ve said throughout my whole career, I’m not someone who likes to think too far ahead. I’m extremely happy here. I think we have a fantastic team, fantastic coaching staff and I just feel like whilst I feel like I’m in the best condition, I wanna play at the highest level possible, and this is as high as it gets,” said Kane. “So, I know a lot can change in football in a short space of time and things can happen, but ultimately my focus is here. I’m not thinking about any other league or any other team. And with football, I like to just go with the flow and at the moment the flow is here at Bayern Munich.”As of now, it does feel like Kane will stick around for one more season and then think about an exit in 2026. However, Kane did not exactly definitively squash the rumors with his statements, which — surely — some fans would have liked. Like any other situation, it will take a few turns, but 2026 still seems like a more feasible scenario for the player and club alike. Akanji to Madrid? (Marca via ESPN)Real Madrid is keeping a close eye on Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji as Pep Guardiola’s club is rumored to be looking to reboot the squad: Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji wants a change of scenery in the summer despite his contract running until 2027 and he has caught the attention of Real Madrid. Even so, the 29-year-old doesn’t fit into Los Blancos’ strategy of signing young players who could dominate for a decade or bringing in players whose contracts are coming to an end. Bavarian Podcast Works — The Bundesliga Rundown with Marcus Iredahl: Matchday 27 (Bavarian Football Works)Spring is in the air in Europe, which can only mean one thing: we’re nearing the end of another Bundesliga season!In this episode, we discuss:RB Leipzig’s decision to part ways with Marco RoseWhy Borussia Mönchengladbach are thriving this season after a relegation-threatened 2023-24 campaignMönchengladbach and the power of trusting a youth systemWill TSG Hoffenheim be relegated this year?Thomas Müller and the lost art of the one-club playerBayern front office headed for different look? (Sport1’s Stefan Kumberger via @iMiaSanMia)Bayern Munich could be kicking around the idea of “restructuring” the front office in an effort to put more focus on the campus operations: Bayern’s supervisory board has been considering expanding or restructuring the management team for some time. They want closer integration between the first team and the FC Bayern Campus. There’s a big desire for top talents to make it into the first team on a larger scale.Mario Gomez is particularly appreciated by Uli Hoeneß. The supervisory board has closely followed Gomez’s career in management. However, there has not yet been any direct, concrete contact. So far, it remains merely an idea.The rumours about Gomez also shed light on Max Eberl and his work. Eberl under scrutiny by the supervisory board. Given his numerous difficult tasks, it’s almost in the nature of things that some decisions…

Spain v France - UEFA Nations League 2025 Semi-final Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images Bayern Munich is prepping to face Auckland City FC... With Barcola out of the mix, the focus shifts to Williams (Sky Sport’s Florian Plettenberg and Kerry Hau via @iMiaSanMia)As was first reported by Foot Mercato (and covered here by BFW), Bayern Munich likely has to give up on its pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola as he is happy with his situation in France: Bradley Barcola remains Bayern’s preferred candidate for the left wing because he fulfills everything the club is looking for in the position. However, PSG want to keep him. That’s why Bayern are currently pushing the talks with Nico Williams. The latter has given the go-ahead for negotiations between his management and Bayern. Concrete talks have taken place. The Spaniard can well imagine a move to Munich. In the first talks, Williams’ management asked for €21-22m gross per year, which Bayern will definitely not pay. At the moment, the financial range being discussed is around €20m gross per year, potentially including salary and signing fee (if the signing fee is €10m, divided by 5 years, that would make it €2m/year, included in the €20m/year package). That’s the situation at the moment. Release clause is worth €60-65m.Per ESPN, though, Liverpool FC might be feeling itself a bit and could make a pitch to Barcola: Liverpool have decided that PSG’s Bradley Barcola is their next transfer target once they get a deal for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz over the line, reports The Sun. The 22-year-old’s future at Les Parisiens is in doubt, even though he scored 10 goals and provided 14 assists in Ligue 1 in the 2024-25 season. Also, the report says that Liverpool are refusing to rule out a move for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, but a valuation set at around £150m would end their interest. The Reds will look to offload Darwin Núñez to raise funds and will consider offers for Luis Díaz and Diogo Jota. TalkSPORT reports that Núñez is wanted by Al Hilal.ESPN also checked in with additional information on Williams as well: Talks have been held between Bayern Munich and the representatives of Athletic Club star Nico Williams, reports Sky Sports Deutschland. The 22-year-old has informed Bayern that he wants to join them and is demanding a gross salary of around €20, while his release clause is set at around €60m to €65m. The Bavarians are also looking at PSG’s Barcola, but there is a feeling that a transfer will be difficult to complete. However, Marca reports that Athletic plan to offer Williams a bumper new contract in the hope he stays.Right now (and we all know things can change), it seems like Bayern Munich has shifted its focus fully to WIlliams. Barcola has always seemed like a pipedream and unless something changes in the next few weeks, that is exactly how it will be perceived. For the moment, Williams is the apple of Bayern Munich’s eye. Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 47 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich is prepping for the Club World Cup, while also exploring what moves it can make to bolster its roster. The German national team is licking its wounds and looking to regroup in time for Sunday’s third-place match.All that said, we had some other major news break this week regarding the present and future of the wing position at Bayern Munich, so let’s talk about it all. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:Leroy Sané is gone...how will you remember him?An update on what Bayern Munich is doing (or not doing) with Bradley Barcola and Nico Williams. A Listener Q&A segment: United to pursue Ekitiké (@Plettigoal)Manchester United is set to enter the race with Chelsea FC for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitiké: EXCL | Manchester United have now officially entered the race for Hugo #Ekitike!#MUFC made contact with Eintracht Frankfurt within the last 48 hours, expressed concrete interest, and gathered all relevant…

Fluminense FC v Chelsea FC: Semi Final - FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Photo by Martín Fonseca/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images Bayern Munich has a plan (we hope)... Waiting game for Nkunku with Bayern (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)Bayern Munich has Christopher Nkunku on its list, but is not in any rush to make a move for the Chelsea FC man:⤵️ FC Bayern are still monitoring Christopher #Nkunku‘s situation and waiting for market opportunities. Nothing advanced. No offers. Nothing has changed. Further efforts depend on Bayern’s incoming and outgoing decisions in the transfer market. At some point, Bayern Munich will have to make a move for an attacker but Nkunku’s main detriment is he is more effective centrally than outside. As of now, Bayern Munich seems to still favor get a player who is more astute at playing left-wing. Where things stand with Bayern’s transfer options (ESPN)Bayern Munich has a lot of irons in the fire and ESPN compiled a few of them for us: In addition to referencing the Woltemade situation, Sky Sports Deutschland has an update on Bayern Munich’s other interests. There have been new phone calls between sporting director Max Eberl and the agent of Liverpool winger Luis Díaz, who would cost around €70m-€80m. The Bavarians are still monitoring Xavi Simons’ situation at RB Leipzig — who want €80m — but there have been no new concrete talks and there is a similar situation with Chelsea attacker Christopher Nkunku. Chelsea’s Renato Veiga is of interest but Bayern can’t sign a centre-back until Kim Min-Jae is moved on. Finally, any package for Real Madrid’s Rodrygo will likely be too expensive for them.Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 51 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window season has been silent since July 1st hit, but there are a lot of rumors swirling. Let’s talk through those, but let’s also discuss what could be a leadership void with the team as it heads into the new season. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Hermann Gerland has retired from coaching after a terrific career. Is the void with leadership bigger than with players at left-wing, center-back, etc. at Bayern Munich? Will the team be ready for the rigors of the season after so many early setbacks?The Luis Diaz saga continues. What should we think of the latest news and should Bayern Munich be willing to pay upwards of €80 million for the Liverpool attacker. The latest on Nick Woltemade. A high-level, non-spoiler review of Squid Game season three. Eintracht wants to keep Ekitiké, but knows offers are coming (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)Eintracht Frankfurt wants to keep Hugo Ekitiké, but with Liverpool FC and Newcastle United lurking about, it could be tough: Eintracht Frankfurt would like to keep Hugo #Ekitike, also to be well prepared for the Champions League. However, Eintracht are expecting offers this month. Liverpool remain a concrete option. Newcastle have renewed their interest. Manchester United still there. Chelsea are currently unlikely due to the transfer of João Pedro. His price tag is €100m. #LFC #MUFC How will the poker end? Rodrygo to discuss future with Real this week (Fabrizio Romano)Real Madrid and mercurial winger Rodrygo will reportedly meet this week to talk about his future: Real Madrid and Rodrygo’s camp will discuss about future from next week.Decision will be up to Rodrygo as Real Madrid are open to accept exit if the player decides to leave.Rodrygo has not made Real Madrid starting XI at the Club World Cup for 5 consecutive games.Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 58 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich’s offseason is hitting its stride as the club scrambles to fill holes in its roster without breaking its bank account. Let’s get into it, this is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Bayern had a plan for Nick Woltemade, but it’s out the window now and how much does the uncertainty surrounding…

Preston North End v Liverpool - Pre-Season Friendly Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images Man...Liverpool FC is having quite a summer. Per Sport Bild journalist Christian Falk, the Reds are planning to meet with Bayern Munich soon to discuss a sale of Luis Diaz, where the revenue will be used to pay for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitiké: ✅ There will be a meeting between Bayern and Liverpool for negotiations for a Transfer of Luis Díaz (28) soon❇️ The Poker is influenced by the Transfer of Hugo Ekitiké (23/Eintracht Frankfurt)❇️ Liverpool FC is preparing a mega offer of €100 Mio for Ekitiké. Should Liverpool get their desired player, they can invest the Transfer-fee of DíazAfter swiping Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen (and really Bayern Munich, too) earlier this summer, Liverpool is seeking to land another Bundesliga star. Oh, and if you wondering why FC Barcelona has not been super-active in the Diaz sweepstakes, it could be because Hansi Flick’s club has its eyes on Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford. Below, is what Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg is reporting on the situation: As exclusively revealed, Marcus #Rashford has been and remains the absolute top priority for FC Barcelona. Hansi Flick has approved Rashford days ago. As reported, Barca are pushing for a loan move, not a permanent deal. Now, the first offer is on the table:A loan with an option to buy after @TheAthleticFC. #MUFC Rashford very keen on the move. Personal terms won’t be an issue. DEAL ON. @SkySportDE If you were rooting against a Bayern Munich acquisition of Diaz, well, you are not in a good spot at the moment. The careers of Liverpool FC’s Luis Diaz and Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl could end up intertwined if the transfer move goes through. Meanwhile, is the rest of the Bundesliga sick of being bullied by Bayern Munich and is the league bleeding too much talent? Also, Paul Wanner and Lennart Karl could be in line for opportunities during the preseason...can the youngster take advantage of those chances? Finally, the father of Florian Wirtz talks through how the decision to join Liverpool played out and you can hear how HBO screwed BPW this week. You can get all of that on the latest edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show! The podcast is available on Patreon, Acast, Spotify, any leading podcast distributor, or below:Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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RB Leipzig v Borussia Dortmund - Bundesliga Photo by Luciano Lima/Getty Images Bayern Munich is working to bolster its squad... Bayern set to miss on Simons (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)Despite recent links to RB Leipzig Xavi Simons, Bayern Munich is expected to miss on the versatile attacker: Bayern Munich could reportedly miss out on Xavi Simons with Chelsea looking to sign him from RB Leipzig. The Blues have already bolstered their attacking ranks by signing Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, and Jamie Gittens but Enzo Maresca is still looking to bring in more players.Chelsea are looking to offload the likes of Raheem Sterling, Joao Felix, and Christopher Nkunku, among others, which will free up space and wages for any potential new signing.Bayern are focusing on signing Luis Diaz from Liverpool, and they will only look for options elsewhere if they fail to secure his services. The German champions made an approach to sign Simons this summer, but as it stands, he remains as a standby option.Max Eberl has a strong connection with Simons, and he would be the first option for Bayern if they fail to land their top targets. However, at this moment, it appears that he will move to the Premier League, with Chelsea making concrete efforts to bring him to Stamford Bridge.What makes this Simons story so interesting is Eberl’s reported “personal” interest in the attacker — which might not jibe with the rest of the decision-makers in the club. Rashford inks Barca deal (Fabrizio Romano)Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford was linked to Bayern Munich, but has signed a deal with FC Barcelona per Fabrizio Romano: Marcus Rashford has signed his contract as new Barcelona player. ✍ Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 62 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich is working on hard a few deals, but could also be working through issues internally. Let’s talk about what came out of the news this week and if Bayern Munich fans should be concerned, on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Thomas Müller to LAFC?Is there a disconnect in the Bayern Munich front office — and also with the club’s supervisory board?VfB Stuttgart could be just as wacky as Bayern Munich these days...let’s talk about why?Hiroki Itō, Alphonso Davies, and Jamal Musiala were all spotted at Säbener Straße this week. Let’s talk about where things stand for each of them on their respective roads to recovery. Reyna to Parma? (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)Borussia Dortmund’s Gio Reyna looks like he is headed to Parma: Personal terms between Parma and Gio #Reyna are agreed after very good talks in the last days. Parma still have a good chance. The clubs have started negotiations. No agreement yet. #BVB United could make play for Šeško (GiveMeSport’s Ben Jacobs)Benjamin Šeško could be the next big name on Manchester United’s wish list: Benjamin Šeško is back on Manchester United’s radar as a No.9 option, as revealed last week. Approach made 12 months ago before Šeško decided to stay at Leipzig.Nicolas Jackson and Ollie Watkins two other names discussed.#MUFC still shortlisting several targets. Finding a new striker the next priority. ESPN also had information on Manchester United’s interest in Šeško:Manchester United are intensifying their efforts to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko this summer, TEAMtalk has revealed. The 22-year-old is high on Ruben Amorim’s striker wishlist, despite having previously rejected a move to Old Trafford. Arsenal’s failure to secure a deal for Sesko could open the door for United, who have maintained regular contact since 2022. The Slovenia international has scored 39 goals in 87 appearances for RB Leipzig, where he is under contract until June 2029.Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 61 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window could be heating up very soon. The dominoes are falling all around Bayern Munich and each move should open up things for another. After a relatively quiet and composed approach to squad planning…

RB Leipzig v VfB Stuttgart - 1. Bundesliga Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images Will RB Leipzig keep its start striker? According to a report from transfer journalist Nicolò Schira, RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško has reached an agreement Newcastle United on personal terms. The two clubs, however, would need to come to accord on a transfer fee: Benjamin #Sesko has an agreement in principle with #Newcastle for a contract until 2030. #NUFC are now working to reach a deal with #Leipzig. #transfersNot so fast, though. Other reports indicate that no agreement has been reached and that talks are still ongoing: Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano⚪️⚫️ Newcastle and Benjamin Šesko, talks ongoing as revealed days ago and this remains the situation as of today……next week, more to follow. ⤵️Sky Germany’s Philipp Hinze⚫️ Newcastle United have now entered into negotiations with Benjamin Sesko’s agents. The club and the player’s camp are in talks. Despite other reports, there is, according to our information, no fundamental verbal agreement yet. However, the Magpies are seriously pushing! Should an agreement be reached, Newcastle will then approach RB Leipzig. They continue to demand a package of around €80 million. @SkySportDESky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg ⤵️ There is currently no agreement between Newcastle and Benjamin #Sesko — not even a principle one.#NUFC are in talks with the player’s camp, with RB Leipzig have not received an offer yet. The situation also depends on what happens with Alexander Isak. To complicate matters further, Plettenberg also captured information stating that Manchester United is now also firmly in the running for the Slovenian: Manchester United and Newcastle are currently in talks with Benjamin #Sesko‘s management. Both teams have presented their projects and financial offers. #MUFC The decision now lies mainly with the player and his camp. Offers are expected to be formally submitted to RB Leipzig following the verbal agreement. However, #NUFC pushing a lot.Where things could turn in favor of Newcastle is if Alexander Isak leaves for Liverpool FC, which is expected to happen in the coming weeks. At that point, the Magpies might be inclined to ramp up their interest in Šeško.At one point, Šeško was a transfer target for Bayern Munich. Bayern Munich is getting Liverpool’s Luis Diaz...now what? Let’s talk through why we should take a step back, relax, and try to make the best of the move. Also, we’ve got some ideas about what might be next for Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart for Nick Woltemade, why kicking the tires on Benjamin Šeško could be a good idea, the prospect of Gianluigi Donnarumma at Bayern, Jamal Musiala’ comeback plan, and MORE! You can get the podcast on Patreon, Acast, Spotify, any leading podcast distributor, or below: Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.

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Germany Press Conference and Training Session - UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2025 Final Photo by Boris Streubel - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images Nick Woltemade is the next big target for Bayern Munich... Woltemade pursuit has Bayern puzzled for now (FCB Inside via @iMiaSanMia)Bayern Munich still wants Nick Woltemade...and VfB Stuttgart still does not want to give him up. For Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen, the situation has been an odd one. “We have a situation that has been talked about often enough. We made an offer. That hasn’t led to any discussions to date – and that’s the status quo. I’ve said elsewhere that I don’t like to talk about players of other clubs, and Nick Woltemade is currently a player of VfB Stuttgart. We’ll see how things develop,” Dreesen told FCB Inside (as captured by @iMiaSanMia). “Our industry is so crazy that everything is normal and sometimes abnormal.”When asked if the club would up its offer, Dreesen passed the buck (figuratively, not literally): “I must explicitly say that this is certainly also the task of my esteemed colleague Max Eberl, together with Christoph Freund.”Bayern Munich will likely take another run at this, though it will not be easy. BVB scoping Trossard (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)Earlier this summer, Bayern Munich was linked to Arsenal FC attacker Leandro Trossard.Those rumors lacked substance, but that might not stop Borussia Dortmund from taking a run at the Belgian: Borussia Dortmund are monitoring Leandro #Trossard.

The 30 y/o winger also has two concrete offers from Premier League clubs. A move in this window is possible. #BVB

He is under contract at Arsenal until 2027.@SkySportDE pic.twitter.com/z7rFLXhNlm— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 29, 2025Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Olympique Lyon (Bavarian Football Works) Bayern Munich has had quite a week. The Bavarians finalized the much-anticipated signing of Luis Díaz from Liverpool FC to give the team a new look at left-wing? Will the 28-year-old get an early starting nod or will Vincent Kompany hold him out a bit longer? That will be just one of the key decisions made for the match against Olympique Lyon at the Allianz Arena. This is what we have on tap for the first Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show of the preseason:How crazy is it that Bayern Munich is already playing a game?Let’s take a look at the player movement going on for both teams. So, who is left on the roster for each squad?A prediction on the match.LFC to make play for Isak (Nico Schira)Given how the rest of its window has functioned, it is no shock that Liverpool FC might turn around and spend the money it made on Luis Díaz...it was just a matter of which player it would pursue — Real Madrid’s Rodrygo or Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak: Excl. - Agreement in principle between Alexander #Isak and #Liverpool for a contract until 2030 (13M/year) + the option for 2031. The striker wants to join #LFC and pushing to leave #Newcastle. Reds are set to submit a new bid to try to sign the swedish, who is a main targetSky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg also had information on Liverpool’s potential pursuit of Isak: Understand: Alexander #Isak has already reached a verbal agreement in principle with Liverpool over a contract running until 2031.Isak wants to make the move to #LFC as early as this transfer window. The clubs are in contact. His salary at Liverpool would be similar to that of Hugo Ekitike’s.Newcastle are still pushing hard to sign Benjamin #Sesko – but Manchester United are also in the race. #MUFC @SkySportDEFinally, transfer journalist Rudy Galetti also chimed in on the matter: Liverpool are putting the finishing touches on their opening bid for Alexander Isak, expected to top £100m. Talks with Newcastle are ongoing, while the striker has given full priority to LFC after reaching an agreement in principle on personal terms.Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 8, Episode 2 (Bavarian Football Works)Bayern Munich is a busy place this week…

RB Leipzig v VfB Stuttgart - 1. Bundesliga Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images Let’s get into the weekend... Things do not appear to be getting any easier in dealing with VfB Stuttgart for Bayern Munich as Die Schwaben have taken a hardline stance in talks with the Bavarians. Now, Bayern Munich is unsure if it will even present a third offer to Stuttgart, which means the club could be on the prowl for some help in the attack. With recent rumors emerging that Harry Kane could be playing his last season in Bavaria, it might be time for the Bavarians to start looking at options for its next striker. The player would need to be one who could either be a worthy successor to Kane (not an easy task) or someone who can play the No. 10 spot to help cover the loss of Musiala for the first few months of this season. Seemingly, Woltemade could have fit both of those profiles, but if he is off the table, who should Bayern Munich get?Some will point to RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons or Chelsea FC’s Christopher Nkunku, but another player might be a better fit for what Bayern Munich wants to succeed Kane. Simons and Nkunku would each have value as a central attacker, but not as a pure, long-term striker. In addition, each player could be a fit on the wing, which could also be a spot that requires help for the future. Realistically, though, Simons is closing in on a deal with Chelsea FC and Nkunku likely projects to a long-term back-up in Bavaria...so now, what?How about RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško? At one point, Bayern Munich even contemplated playing Šeško and Kane together. Now, though, Bayern Munich might be too far behind Manchester United and Newcastle United to secure the Slovenian star. The Athletic’s David Ornstein checked in with his information: RB Leipzig asking price for Benjamin Sesko ~€75m guaranteed + add-ons & percentage of future sale. Fee expectation communicated to suitors for 22yo striker. #NUFC / #MUFC pursuing but no agreements yet with #RBLeipzig or Slovenia forward. Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano says that Manchester United is posed to strike for Šeško: Manchester United have informed RB Leipzig that they are prepared to send formal bid for Benjamin Šeško, if player accepts the destination.Newcastle also ready to bid since last week and to match Šeško’s financial request.Decision up to Šeško.So...if Bayern Munich is truly looking for Kane’s successor (which, again, could come into play very soon), it might need to figure out if VfB Stuttgart really is not going to play ball for Woltemade and — if so — how quickly can the club pivot to another target...like Šeško.Time is definitely ticking and it will not be easy to find a successor for Kane this summer or next.Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 5, Episode 1Bayern Munich had a busy week, so let’s unwind and break it down. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: In a crazy turn of events, João Palhinha is headed to Tottenham Hotspur. What does that mean for Bayern Munich from a sporting perspective and financially? Reports are finally dropping that Harry Kane could leave Bayern Munich after this season. How concerned should Bayern Munich fans be? Does the club need to reconsider its stance to hold firm on its bid for Nick Woltemade?An awesome Listener Q&A segment. A review of Happy Gilmore 2 — and maybe two reasons to get excited for what HBO/Max has coming up. Song of the Week: “Round and Round” by RattLook...I was in an 80s mood...RATT was there for the taking...so, why not?Released in 1984, this tune got a bit of a revival thanks to the release of the terrific Mickey Rourke movie, The Wrestler. I still like it after all these years, so enjoy: Woltemade’s agent lingering around Stuttgart campWhile we mentioned the tough situation going on between VfB Stuttgart and Bayern Munich over Nick Woltemade above, it does not mean that the attacker and his camp have given up hope. Woltemade’s agent, Danny Bachmann, was spotted in Rottach-Egern…

RB Leipzig v VfB Stuttgart - 1. Bundesliga Photo by Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images This could be a tough loss for RB Leipzig... According to a report from journalists David Ornstein and Seb Stafford-Bloor of The Athletic, RB Leipzig is balking at Newcastle United’s latest offer for striker Benjamin Šeško: RB Leipzig view Newcastle offer for Benjamin Sesko as insufficient. #NUFC proposal €75m + €5m after #RBLeipzig asked interested clubs for ~€75m + add-ons + sell-on. #MUFC pursuit also continues but no bid yet. 22yo undecided. W/ @SebSB @TheAthleticFCTransfer expert Fabrizio Romano is reporting that Manchester United is going to get very serious with its offer now as well: Benjamin Šeško’s agent, arrived in Leipzig ahead of key moment for final decision over new club.Manchester United told RB Leipzig again on Saturday: an official bid will follow after Newcastle’s one… if Šeško opens doors to the move.Newcastle and Manchester United are battling over Šeško and RB Leipzig is going to pit the deep-pocketed English clubs against each other to get the best deal. At various points, Šeško has been linked to Bayern Munich.Want more coverage of the game? Check out our Postgame Pod! We’ll take you through:A look at Vincent Kompany’s starting XI and the mix of youngsters and veterans. What did we like? What needed work?A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Which kids were able to showcase themselves and who might need more seasoning?Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match.

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