Bayern Munich is set. Yesterday, the Germans learned that they will face Lazio in the round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. The worst was avoided for Thomas Tuchel’s men, who had more chances than everyone else of falling on Paris Saint-Germain, present in pot 2. Now that he knows the identity of his future opponent, the German club will be able to concentrate on the winter transfer window. Indeed, the residents of the Allianz Arena want to bring new blood into various sectors of the game.
A priority named Sané
It’s no surprise, TT expects its management to offer a new central defender after the injury to Matthijs de Ligt. Bild adds that a versatile element, capable of evolving on the right, is sought as a priority. The names of Clément Lenglet (Aston Villa on loan) or even Ronald Araujo (FC Barcelona) are mentioned. A number 6 is also likely to land in Bavaria. João Palhinha (Fulham) or Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad) are targeted by the German champions, who have already recruited Bryan Zaragoza and Nestory Irankunda for this summer.
At the same time, management also settled the Manuel Neuer (37 years old) and Sven Ulreich (35 years old) files. They both extended their contracts. Thomas Müller (34 years old) will imitate them since he will sign a new lease until June 2025. A pivotal year for several players from the Munich team. In fact, three players on the team will be at the end of their contract in a year and a half. The leaders do not want to come into a position of weakness and work on these files according to Bild. Their priority is to shield Leroy Sané (27), whom Tuchel adores and absolutely wants to keep.
The door is open for 6 players
The German has not yet made his decision, the idea of continuing in Munich has not been ruled out.“I have been playing here since 2020, I generally feel comfortable and I really appreciate that the club has sent signals that they want to extend my contract with me. It makes me feel good and makes me happy. Of course I will talk to Bayern first.”he confided to Bild. In the same contractual situation as Sané, Joshua Kimmich (28 years old) and Alphonso Davies (23 years old) will not be retained, just like Leon Goretzka (28 years old) and Serge Gnabry (28 years old), who are both under contract until ‘in 2026.
Concerning Kimmich, he negotiates alone with his club and without an agent, his profile does not completely satisfy Tuchel. His name has been mentioned at Barça and Manchester City. Davies, himself, is appreciated by the German coach but he is asking for a fortune to extend. Especially since Real Madrid is on his heels. Finally, Bayern Munich must resolve the cases of Éric Maxim Choupo-Moting (34 years old) and Bouna Sarr (31 years old). The Bavarians are considering the Cameroonian’s departure this winter, while Saudi Arabia is there for him. Concerning the former OM, he recently injured his left knee. Even without that, the Germans did not intend to offer him an extension. The door is therefore open for 6 elements of Tuchel’s group.
