Dietmar Hamann has urged Julian Nagelsmann to ensure Bayern Munich starlet Lennart Karl is on the plane for the upcoming World Cup, claiming the teenage sensation already plays like a veteran. The former Liverpool and Germany midfielder believes the 18-year-old offers a unique threat that the national team simply cannot do without on the biggest stage.
Harry Kane is “in the discussion” for Ballon d’Or honours, but may need to win the Champions League with Bayern Munich and star for England at the 2026 World Cup in order to land the Golden Ball. Emile Heskey admits as much, with the former Three Lions forward telling GOAL how his fellow striker can earn the prestigious billing of best player on the planet.
Uli Hoeneß, honorary president of FC Bayern Munich, has advised Eintracht Frankfurt against selling any more of its top players. The Bundesliga rivals had become the league’s most successful sellers in recent years, but are currently struggling to meet their sporting ambitions.
In future, BVB intend to focus even more on young talent. One such player, whom the club would have liked to keep in the squad for longer, is now likely to leave the top-flight side. News and rumours about BVB.
Bayern Munich’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid is already generating buzz, whilst Lennart Karl found out about his DFB call-up whilst attending a tutoring session. News and rumours about FCB.
Under manager Vincent Kompany, the FC Bayern team looks hungrier than it has in a long time. Honorary president Uli Hoeneß is, however, playing down expectations.
National coach Julian Nagelsmann has announced his final squad ahead of the World Cup squad selection. Jonas Urbig and Lennart Karl have deservedly made the cut, whilst a U-turn could be on the cards in midfield.
Rumours of a transfer, speculation about a World Cup place: there’s a lot of buzz surrounding Said El Mala once again. His manager, Lukas Kwasniok, finds the situation regrettable.
Deniz Undav made headlines in the run-up to the DFB squad announcement. Contact with Julian Nagelsmann had recently been deliberately kept to a minimum.
For Julian Nagelsmann, the World Cup squad is not yet set in stone, even after the March selection. Nevertheless, it will be difficult for VfB Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller – who has once again been left out – to get back in the running.
Jonas Urbig is set to make his debut for the German national team. Meanwhile, FC Bayern Munich are planning for the future with Noel Aseko. News and rumours about FCB.
With a penalty converted at the second attempt and a truly stunning goal, Harry Kane put Bayern Munich on the road to victory in the second leg against Atalanta Bergamo. The striker then offered some fascinating insights.
The 4-1 victory over Atalanta Bergamo not only saw Bayern Munich progress to the Champions League quarter-finals; it also served as a striking testament to the club’s current excellence in developing young talent.
Karim Adeyemi has been offered a new contract, but the forward is still hesitating. Could a multi-million-euro transfer be on the cards? News and rumours about BVB.
Despite a long spell on the sidelines due to injury, Jamal Musiala is one of the DFB team’s main hopes for the World Cup. However, he is now set to miss some key friendlies.
Max Eberl has defended referee Christian Dingert against criticism levelled by some officials at FC Bayern Munich regarding his performance in last weekend’s match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
Bayern Munich have exercised their right to bring Noel Aseko back to Bavaria after a successful spell with Hannover. While the Lower Saxony club had moved to trigger their €1 million purchase option, the club held a superior agreement to reclaim the talented player for €2.5m, according to reports.
Juventus sensation Kenan Yildiz has opened up on his controversial departure from Bayern Munich, claiming the decision to swap Germany for Italy was an easy one to make. Despite spending over a decade in the Bavarian youth ranks, the Turkey international felt his path to the first team was constantly blocked, encouraging him to head towards Turin, where his career has skyrocketed.