Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has suggested that the German giants could be open to sanctioning a loan departure for Joao Palhinha before the summer transfer window slams shut. The Portuguese midfielder faces an uncertain future at the Allianz Arena just as several Premier League clubs step up their pursuit of his services.
Manchester United have sensationally revived their interest in Bayern Munich powerhouse Kim Min-jae as Michael Carrick looks to add elite depth to his backline. The Red Devils are reportedly monitoring the South Korean's situation closely after a difficult period for the defender in Bavaria.
Alarm bells are ringing at Eintracht Frankfurt shortly before the start of the season: they lost their final friendly 7-0, and there is still a great deal to be done in the transfer market.
Sporting director Max Eberl gave an update on the efforts to sell Joao Palhinha and Sacha Boey after Bayern Munich’s 3-1 friendly win against RB Leipzig on Saturday.
Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala provided a major health scare on Thursday evening after appearing to lose consciousness during a pre-season friendly against RB Leipzig. The German international was caught and helped by his Ismael Saibari before eventually being escorted from the field by medical staff following a period of intense heat in Munich.
Bayern Munich won the penultimate friendly before their competitive opener against RB Leipzig 3-1. What stood out at the Telekom Cup 2026 on Saturday afternoon.
Bayern Munich's penultimate friendly on Saturday afternoon against RB Leipzig began with a moment of shock. For right-back Laimer, it was all over after just a few minutes.
After turning down Aston Villa, another transfer option in the Premier League has apparently emerged for Bayern Munich's Joao Palhinha. He was also absent from the squad against RB Leipzig.
Bayern Munich new signing Ismael Saibari has revealed he is yet to discuss his tactical role with Vincent Kompany after completing his €50m transfer from PSV. The Moroccan playmaker shone brightly at the World Cup before moving to the Allianz Arena, where he remains confident his qualities will suit the German champions' exhilarating playing style.
He was once on Bayern Munich’s shortlist, but Lutsharel Geertruida ultimately arrived in the Bundesliga via RB Leipzig — and has since acquired the status of a transfer flop.
Free agent Jadon Sancho is leaning towards continuing his career abroad despite attracting interest and contract offers from several Premier League clubs. The 26-year-old winger is currently assessing his future six weeks after leaving Manchester United, with former club Borussia Dortmund among the prominent European sides monitoring his situation.
Gabriel Vidovic are having a third attempt in the top flight of German football: after spells at his youth club Bayern Munich and Mainz, he is now joining promoted side SC Paderborn, according to Croatian media reports.
Borussia Dortmund have officially ended their pursuit of highly-rated talent Said El Mala after FC Koln rejected a massive transfer offer exceeding €50 million. The Bundesliga giants will not submit an improved bid for the youngster following unsuccessful negotiations between the two clubs.
Bayern Munich still have not found a buyer for Joao Palhinha. A move to Aston Villa will not happen, as board member for sport Max Eberl made unmistakably clear at a press conference.
Borussia Dortmund have apparently withdrawn from the race for young star Said El Mala. Sporting managing director Lars Ricken confirmed this to Funke Mediengruppe.
Toby Alderweireld has tipped former Belgium team-mate and Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany to become FIFA president in the future. The former defender believes the game urgently needs a true football figure to protect traditions and keep commercial interests in check.
While sporting director Max Eberl is being lined up for a new contract, Christoph Freund’s future remains unresolved. There are said to still be doubts within the FC Bayern Munich hierarchy regarding the duo’s working relationship.
MLS outfit LAFC have strengthened their forward line with the permanent signing of German attacker Armindo Sieb from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. The 23-year-old former Germany youth international joins the Black and Gold on a long-term deal running through the 2028-29 season, with a club option to extend for a further year.
Filippo Mane has been playing for Borussia Dortmund for more than four years, but the centre-back is still a long way from a major breakthrough because of injuries. Now the 21-year-old is among the winners of BVB's pre-season.
