Bundesliga news

Nathan De Cat is the next big thing to come out of Belgium - both figuratively and literally. At just 17 years old, the midfielder already stands at a towering six feet and three inches tall - and he still has plenty of growing to do. The latest gem to emerge from Anderlecht's famed youth system, his height isn't the only reason he's caught the attention of some of Europe's elite.

Borussia Dortmund are facing a financial crunch that could see star attackers Serhou Guirassy and Karim Adeyemi depart the Westfalenstadion. Following a disappointing European campaign, the German giants must now balance the books by offloading their most valuable assets to fund a necessary squad rebuild.

With Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig out of action, FC Bayern suddenly needs veteran Sven Ulreich – against Bayer Leverkusen, of all teams: there was something there once!

Michael Olise is expected to mould his teammates into the perfect footballers – and is certainly surprising us in the process. A talented player who most recently played for the professionals is out of action for the time being. The latest news and rumours about FC Bayern.

Following his contract extension, Felix Nmecha has become BVB's highest earner. From the summer onwards, he can even look forward to a record salary. The latest news and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.

FC Bayern is apparently keeping an eye on the next big talent from Europe. Striker Anton Matkovic from NK Osijek has caught the attention of several clubs with his performances – including, it seems, the German record champions.

Oliver Kahn lashes out against the old power structures surrounding Uli Hoeneß at FC Bayern Munich. The former CEO openly questions a promise made years ago by the Bayern legend.

Felipe Chavez has hardly played a role at 1. FC Köln so far – yet the club is apparently on the verge of signing the Bayern talent on a permanent basis.

While VfB Stuttgart is still in contention on all three fronts and Champions League qualification is within reach, one summer signing has been a disappointment across the board so far. Could he even become one of the most expensive transfer flops ever?

Younes Ebnoutalib could be a surprise addition to Germany's World Cup squad. Will he play for Morocco instead?

Striker Ermedin Demirovic from VfB Stuttgart has praised his coach Sebastian Hoeneß in the highest terms.

BVB manages to extend the contract of key player Feix Nmecha ahead of schedule. However, this appears to come at a price.

What will happen with Serhou Guirassy at BVB beyond this season? The striker himself has apparently not yet made a decision, but intends to do so soon. News and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.

FC Bayern's gala performance against Atalanta has had a double impact. On the one hand, because of the injured trio of Davies, Urbig and Musiala. On the other hand, because of the yellow card suspensions for Kimmich and Olise. Is a longer suspension looming? The latest news and rumours about the German record champions.

As things stand, five points separate 12th from 17th in the German Bundesliga. Several teams could slip into the relegation play-off place.

Borussia Dortmund have secured a massive boost with the confirmation of a new contract for star midfielder Felix Nmecha. The Bundesliga club moved swiftly to fend off heavy interest from top Premier League sides, tying the 25-year-old down until 2030. Nmecha's renewal secures Dortmund's midfield metronome for his peak years ahead of the World Cup.

GOAL continues its Meet the USMNT series by examining the ongoing debate surrounding the team's most hard-to-assess star.