Bayern Munich have reportedly decided to keep teenage sensation Jonah Kusi-Asare as Harry Kane’s backup for the upcoming season, blocking all loan offers for the 18-year-old. The Swedish striker has impressed during pre-season, scoring against Tottenham and Grasshoppers, prompting Vincent Kompany to fast-track him into the senior squad.
Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has opened up on his tough experience of playing at Bayern Munich under then-manager Julian Nagelsmann, as the Dutchman struggled for game time at Allianz Arena after completing a dream move from Ajax. Gravenberch lasted just one season in Munich before being sold to Liverpool, where the Netherlands international started to grow in stature.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has responded to links with Nicolas Jackson, while they Bavarian giants remain keen on signing Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea this summer. Jackson has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge, following the additions of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap to the Blues' attack, which will limit Jackson's game time.
Granit Xhaka has sensationally returned to the Premier League, signing for Sunderland in a £17 million ($23m) deal that has left Germany legend Lothar Matthaus fuming at Bayer Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag. Matthaus believes Ten Hag should have done more to keep hold of the 31-year-old, who played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s Bundesliga title run in 2023-2024.
Borussia Dortmund players are reportedly lobbying for Jadon Sancho's homecoming with the Manchester United outcast seen as a "difference maker". However, while the calls within the squad to re-sign the English winger grow louder, the boardroom remains a hotbed of doubt and caution.
Manchester United have reportedly offered their out-of-favour striker Rasmus Hojlund on loan to German champions Bayern Munich as they look to offload the £72m flop this summer. Hojlund has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford to end his nightmare spell with the Red Devils. It was earlier reported that Serie A giants AC Milan are also keen on signing the Danish forward.
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has admitted he is still haunted by his Ballon d’Or disappointment at Bayern Munich. The Poland international was favourite for the 2020 award before it was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and then came second to Lionel Messi in the vote the following year.
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