Bundesliga news

England captain Harry Kane has led the tributes to Kyle Walker after the veteran defender announced his retirement from international football. The 35-year-old Burnley full-back has decided to end his Three Lions career after earning 96 caps and representing his country at five major tournaments, spanning a 14-year period at the very highest level of the game.

Munich's mayor Dieter Reiter (SPD) has resigned from his positions on the supervisory board and administrative advisory board of FC Bayern Munich with immediate effect.

BVB has unexpectedly extended the contract with an absolute and sought-after top performer.

FC Bayern Munich will probably have to manage without Jonas Urbig for the time being.

Following Brandt's departure, rumours are circulating about further squad changes at BVB. A possible World Cup player could be in the spotlight. All the news and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.

Joshua Kimmich expresses his astonishment at the Bergamo fans. FC Bayern supporters are provoked by their arch-rivals in Munich. News and rumours about FCB.

The three world champions Mats Hummels, Christoph Kramer and Benedikt Höwedes spoke highly of Manuel Neuer and also shared a curious anecdote about their former teammate.

Controversy in Germany over the intervention of the Cologne stadium announcer during the match against the referee's decisions with VAR.

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly "discussing" a sensational third move for Jadon Sancho as they prepare for life without Julian Brandt. The England international could return to the Signal Iduna Park on a free transfer when his contract at Manchester United expires this summer.

Dietmar Hamann believes Harry Kane’s selfless nature has helped him win over the Bayern Munich faithful in a way Robert Lewandowski never managed. While the Polish striker broke records, his perceived individualism often created a rift with the fans.

Former Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has officially committed his international future to Austria. The Borussia Dortmund star, who represented England at youth level, is now set to link up with former Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick.

Bayern Munich reportedly have a plan up their sleeve that will bring the transfer talk raging around Harry Kane to a close. They have seen the England captain pass 500 career goals this season, with 130 of those being recorded since moving to Germany in 2023. Exit clauses in his current deal are said to have expired, with an update being delivered on extension plans.

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has confirmed that contract negotiations with Konrad Laimer have reached a temporary impasse. The Austrian international, who has established himself as a vital cog in the Bavarian machine this season, is currently under contract until June 2027. Despite his growing importance to the first team, the club and player appear to be some distance apart regarding the financial terms of a potential extension.

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has confirmed the club is in no rush to extend Manuel Neuer’s contract. As the legendary 39-year-old goalkeeper approaches his 40th birthday, the hierarchy is waiting for him to evaluate his physical condition. With Jonas Urbig impressing in relief, the club remains calm about the future transition between the sticks.

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that Julian Brandt will leave the club as a free agent at the end of the current season. The 29-year-old playmaker, who has been a central figure at the Signal Iduna Park for nearly a decade, will see his contract expire this summer without a renewal. The news marks the end of a significant chapter for the Bundesliga giants as they prepare for a summer of transition under their current leadership.

Bayern Munich have been dealt a significant blow ahead of the business end of the season with the news that captain Manuel Neuer is set for a spell on the sidelines. The veteran goalkeeper suffered a calf injury during Friday night's 4-1 victory over Borussia Monchengladbach, leaving the Bavarian giants without their undisputed number one for several high-profile encounters.

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