For a long time, there was no great trust in Fabio Silva, neither at club level nor in the national team. That could now slowly begin to change in both teams.
Dayot Upamecano has officially departed the France national camp to link back up with Bayern following his late dismissal against Italy. The central defender picked up a second yellow card in Friday's 1-1 draw in Paris, triggering an automatic one-match ban that rules him out of Monday's UEFA Nations League encounter against Belgium.
There could be some movement in Borussia Dortmund's squad during the January transfer window. On the outgoing side, this applies to defender Luca Reggiani.
Werder Bremen were taken apart in a friendly during the international break against Eredivisie club Twente Enschede and suffered an unbelievable debacle, particularly in the first half.
Dani Olmo turned down two separate approaches from Bayern Munich before completing his dream return to Barcelona, his representative has confirmed. The Spain international opted for alternative development pathways in both instances, initially moving to the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig before sealing a blockbuster switch back to Catalunya in 2024.
Borussia Dortmund could come back from the international break pretty battered. Alongside Nico Schlotterbeck, Julian Ryerson is now also at risk of being unavailable.
Bayern Munich are said to have put out feelers for Rio Ngumoha of Liverpool and, in doing so, caused annoyance. A Reds legend nevertheless gives Bayern a chance.
Real Madrid are reportedly keeping close tabs on Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah ahead of a potential summer transfer. The England international has flourished in the Bundesliga since leaving Liverpool, sparking a massive race for his signature among Europe's elite clubs.
Belgium Under-21 international Nathan de Cat of Hoffenheim has explained to Bild why he turned down offers from apparently interested top clubs such as Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart.
1. FC Cologne will probably be able to look forward to a million-euro payment from Bayern Munich after the international match between Germany and Serbia. The reason: Jonas Urbig.
Bayern Munich are reportedly stepping up their efforts to secure a long-term succession plan for Manuel Neuer, with a former Arsenal star emerging as a shock candidate. The Bundesliga giants are scanning the market for experienced reinforcements to stabilise their goalkeeping department as their legendary number one approaches the twilight of his career.
Bayern Munich winger Bryan Zaragoza has opened up about the sliding doors moment that almost saw him wear the famous Barcelona colours. Currently on loan at Espanyol, the Spanish international confirmed that serious negotiations took place to bring him to the Camp Nou before his career-defining move to the Bundesliga.
Konstantinos Karetsas could be left on the bench against Germany because of a call from Niko Kovac. Daniel Svensson responds to the rumours about a possible departure from Borussia Dortmund. News on Borussia Dortmund.
Jurgen Klopp's start to life as Germany manager has hit another roadblock following the news that Nico Schlotterbeck will miss the rest of the current international break. The Borussia Dortmund defender was forced to withdraw from the squad after sustaining a significant injury during a final training session.