Bundesliga news

We're two months into the season now, and it feels like things are starting to take shape around Europe. Some title races are looking like they will be closer than others, with some surprise contenders in the mix, while other presumed challengers are beginning to struggle, casting doubt on the futures of their managers and star players.

Bayern Munich’s perfect start to the season continues with 13 wins in 13 games across all competitions, setting a new European record under Vincent Kompany. Yet, history could’ve looked very different. Schalke’s former sporting director Rouven Schroder has now revealed that before Kompany took charge of Burnley, talks were held for him to take the reins in Gelsenkirchen.

Vincent Kompany has "reinvented" Bayern Munich and turned the Bundesliga giants into one of the top contenders for the Champions League title this season, club legend Lothar Matthaus says. The Bavarian side still have a perfect record this season and it is due to the Belgian coach's "honesty and clarity" that they have enjoyed such a blistering start, according to the former Germany star.

Harry Kane is famously a fan of the NFL, with colours being nailed to the mast of the New England Patriots, but does the Bayern Munich striker have a favourite NBA team? The Three Lions captain is partial to a spot of basketball, playing and watching, and is giving social media supporters the opportunity to pick which side he should be following in the 2025-26 campaign.

Bayern Munich chief Max Eberl has seemingly confirmed that the club will pursue a move for Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi as the German champions look to bolster their backline. Guehi, who is in the final year of his existing deal at Selhurst Park, has been linked with a move away from the club next summer as a free agent, with clubs including Liverpool and Inter in the race to sign him.

Bayern Munich wonderkid Lennart Karl stole the show with a stunning finish as the German champions thrashed 10-man Borussia Monchengladbach 3-0 to extend their winning streak in the Bundesliga to eight matches. Former Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson failed to make an impact despite starting, while Harry Kane's incredible scoring run finally came to an end.

Real Madrid have chalked up a transfer plan for Endrick that will allow the out-of-favour striker to make a January exit, as he desperately wants more minutes under his belt to convince Carlo Ancelotti to give him a spot in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. Los Blancos beat Paris Saint-Germain to his signature three years ago and forked out a massive €60 million (£52m/$64m) to Palmeiras. However, his time in the Spanish capital has not gone according to plan.

Manchester City are reportedly monitoring the progress of highly-rated Koln forward Said El Mala but face stiff competition for his signature from a number of European heavyweights. The 19-year-old has been in fine form for the Bundesliga side in 2025-26, leading to several members of Europe’s elite to register their interest in signing the winger.

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Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany announced the decision to rest first-choice veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for the upcoming Bundesliga clash. The decision to drop him from the starting lineup means that 22-year-old understudy Jonas Urbig will get an opportunity to show he can be counted upon despite Neuer still going strong.

Xavi Simons was extremely close to joining Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, but a late decision from the upper management resulted in the move fading away. As a result, Simons signed for Tottenham in England, while the German side opted to bring in Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea on loan late in the summer transfer window.

Harry Kane has been given two reasons why he should snub an imminent transfer away from Bayern Munich, with Danny Murphy telling GOAL in an exclusive interview why the England captain remains in the best place at this stage of his career. A fresh start for the prolific frontman is being speculated on as clauses in his contract can be triggered in 2026.

Vincent Kompany’s contract extension with Bayern Munich has sparked fresh debate over his long-term ambitions, with former player Dietmar Hamann suggesting the Belgian coach could have a Manchester City exit clause. While Bayern insist the deal shows “commitment and continuity” with Kompany, speculation grows over whether the Belgian could one day succeed Pep Guardiola.

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez admits to being left "starstruck" after receiving a signed Bayern Munich shirt from England captain Harry Kane. The prolific Three Lions striker is a big Pats fan, having followed them since the heyday of Tom Brady, and has previously expressed a desire to try his luck as an NFL kicker once his soccer playing days are over.

Oliver Kahn has warned Bundesliga clubs that clinging to "tradition" will only see them fall further behind Europe’s elite. The Bayern Munich legend urged German football to follow Real Madrid’s forward-thinking model, stressing that long-term financial planning and strategic investment are key if the league wants to compete with the Premier League’s global power.

Bayern Munich are hoping Vincent Kompany's recent contract extension will play a pivotal role in helping them reach an agreement with Dayot Upamecano. The pressure is mounting at the club as contract negotiations could potentially stall over disagreements for salary and release clause, with the French centre-back free to enter pre-contractual talks with Europe's biggest clubs in a few months.

Seventeen-year-old Lennart Karl made history for Bayern Munich in the Champions League, scoring a sensational solo goal on his first start and earning comparisons to Franck Ribery from German legend Didi Hamann. The former Bayern midfielder praised Karl’s “carefree” flair and fearless one-on-one style as the teenager’s breakout performance lit up Europe.