Bundesliga news

Chelsea are edging closer to landing Dutch sensation Xavi Simons, with the Blues reportedly preparing an opening bid after learning RB Leipzig’s €70 million (£60.7m/$81.5m) valuation. Talks between the Blues, Simons, and his camp have been positive, with all parties optimistic that a transfer can be actualized this summer. The 21-year-old is keen on a Premier League switch this summer.

RB Leipzig are monitoring Leicester City's Bilal El Khannous to replace Xavi Simons, whose future appears uncertain amid Chelsea interest.

Ex-Bayern Munich player Lothar Matthaus claims the German club had more confidence in Luis Diaz and thus spent big on him rather than Nick Woltemade.

Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen have secured Farid Alfa-Ruprecht, another promising young talent from England’s Manchester City academy system.

Newcastle United are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko but a sizeable Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle has emerged.

Liverpool are reportedly 'increasingly likely' to make a move for a Real Madrid star as Luis Diaz inches closer to a Bayern Munich transfer.

Granit Xhaka could still return to the Premier League, a Bayer Leverkusen director confirmed, despite coach Erik ten Hag saying that he won't be sold.

Liverpool are set to soften their stance on Luis Diaz and accept a bid of under €80 million (£69.9m/$93.9m) from Bayern Munich. The Colombian forward, who still has two years remaining on his current deal, has already expressed his desire to leave Anfield this summer, with his preferred destination being the German champions.

Newcastle United have begun preparations for life after Alexander Isak by shortlisting four strikers, of which three currently play in England.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot explained why Luis Diaz missed the pre-season friendly against AC Milan, hinting that his move to Bayern Munich is close.

Everton have reportedly stolen a march on rivals Liverpool and Bayern Munich as they close in on Lyon wonderkid Malick Fofana. The Merseyside club has submitted an official bid and entered direct negotiations with the French club, while also engaging in advanced discussions with the 20-year-old’s representatives, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano.

Chelsea appear to be edging closer to securing the services of Dutch playmaker Xavi Simons, with advanced discussions underway between the Blues and German outfit RB Leipzig, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder has emerged as a priority target for the Premier League side, who are reportedly confident of finalising the transfer before the summer window shuts.

Harry Kane showed off an outstanding no-look first touch as he gears up ahead of Bayern Munich's pre-season preparations. The German champions, who participated in the Club World Cup and were eliminated from the quarter-final by Paris Saint-Germain, are currently enjoying a well-earned break. The players will report back to Munich by next week.

Mathys Tel admits he spoke to former Bayern Munich team-mate Harry Kane before joining Tottenham and that the England captain is a "top guy".

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Xherdan Shaqiri recalled his time at Bayern Munich and stated that he didn't regret leaving the club, aiming a sly little dig at Pep Guardiola.

Bayern Munich have reportedly resumed talks with Liverpool over a Luis Diaz deal as Arne Slot's side look to raise funds for an Alexander Isak bid.