How is the summer transfer window already this wild for Bayern Munich?
Heynckes see similarity between Wirtz, Kroos (kicker via @iMiaSanMia)
Bayern Munich is very serious about its pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, but both Manchester City and Real Madrid could emerge as the ultimate winner in the transfer battle.
For Jupp Heynckes, the German legend, there are similarities between Wirtz and another german player who had to make a massive decision early in his career — Toni Kroos.
“This serious young man, or at least as he seems to me, has to follow his inner voice. He has to do what he thinks is best for himself and is happy to seek advice from his parents or those close to him. I think Wirtz is fantastic. He’s already torn his ACL, but he’ll face other obstacles that will require the mental stability to overcome. his physique, which is already good, and on his robustness, both physical and mental,” said Heynckes. “This resilience is crucial to have a world-class career. Kylian Mbappé is a world champion – and yet an example of how difficult it is to play for a top club like Real.
“And a player of Wirtz’s caliber must always believe in himself. Toni Kroos had this gift of knowing what he can and can’t do. Wirtz, I believe, possesses a similar mentality. Toni constantly optimized his game, and I predict Wirtz will also have a world-class career – just like Toni did.”
Part of what led Kroos to make the jump to Real Madrid (Bayern Munich’s hardline stance on his contract aside) was that aforementioned mentality. We shall see what Wirtz decides for his future in the coming weeks.
Bayern — again — linked to Schick (Abendzeitung’s Maximilian Koch via @iMiaSanMia)
For the second time in a week, Bayern Munich has been linked to Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick:
The name of Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick has been discussed internally at Bayern.
It still seems extremely doubtful that Schick would move to Bayern Munich just to be Harry Kane’s caddie.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Hoffenheim vs. Bayern Munich (Bavarian Football Works)
Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich will travel to Sinsheim to square off with Hoffenheim in the final game of the Bundesliga season. The match will also mark the final Bundesliga appearance with Bayern Munich for club legend Thomas Müller.
There is plenty to chat about, so let’s get to it. Here is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:
- A look at where each team is in the table and also a look back at the first match.
- A look at the injury and suspension situations for both teams.
- The end is near for Thomas Müller.
- Tom Bischof’s last appearance for Hoffenheim will be against his new team.
- A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.
- A prediction on the match.
Eintracht looking to lock down Toppmöller (@Plettigoal)
Eintracht Frankfurt looks to be very close to finalizing a contract extension with former Bayern Munich assistant coach Dino Toppmöller:
Eintracht Frankfurt are looking to finalise Dino #Toppmöller’s new contract within the next 10 days – possibly even this week. This is independent of Champions League qualification.
Toppmöller is set to receive a new deal until 2028. There is said to be no release clause! #SGE Eintracht are fully satisfied with his work.
Dier hoping Spurs can win Europa League (@iMiaSanMia)
Bayern Munich center-back Eric Dier would like to see his old buddies at Tottenham Hotspur win the Europa League title:
“It will be incredible and I still know a lot of the players and so much of the staff. So I’d be incredibly happy for them to win and for the club,” said Dier.
Bavarian Podcast Works — The Bundesliga Rundown with Marcus Iredahl: Matchday 33 (Bavarian Podcast Works)
The penultimate episode of The Bundesliga Rundown is here — and it’s an emotional one.
History swept across Germany on Matchday 33, and Marcus is feeling it.
In this episode:
- Hamburg SV are back. Marcus dives into the long, painful road that brought Die Rothosen back to the Bundesliga.
- Thomas Müller: the greatest of all time? A personal reflection on what Müller truly means to Marcus — and to football in Bavaria.
- Xabi Alonso leaves Bayer Leverkusen — Is this the end of Bundesliga parity?
- … and much more!
Williams getting big interest from England (TBR Football via 90Min.com)
Athletic Club star Nico Williams has Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC. Liverpool FC, Manchester City, and Newcastle United pursuing him:
Athletic Club winger Nico Williams is yet to commit to moving to the Premier League, although his representatives insist he is ready to head to England. Arsenal and Chelsea are the leading suitors but Liverpool, Man City and Newcastle United have all held exploratory talks.
Hoeneß has never seen a squad devastated by injuries like this Bayern team (BR24 via @iMiaSanMia)
Bayern Munich legend Uli Hoeneß recently spoke about the large swath of injuries suffered by the squad this season.
“I’ve been at FC Bayern for a long time, but I’ve never experienced such a streak of serious injuries. We currently have five or six starting players who will be out for months. No team can really cope with that. And that’s why it’s really important to have the right mentality, because that’s the only way you can win the game, if the players all rise above themselves,” said Hoeneß.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 42 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich hearts and souls were filled with joy and tears simultaneously as Thomas Müller bid adieu to the Bayern faithful at the Allianz Arena. While Bayern has very little to play for in their final game, there are critical season-defining fixtures for Hoffenheim, Eintracht Frankfurt, SC Freiburg, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig and Mainz coming up. This is what we have for this episode:
- Final thoughts on Thomas Müller’s “testimonial” against Borussia Mönchengladbach
- A nod to Manuel Neuer who had a fantastic game against Gladbach
- The ongoing negotiations concerning Leroy Sané and Dayot Upamecano
- After Xabi Alonso’s announced departure, we discuss what constitutes longevity for a Bundesliga coach
- Samrin gets carried away with different permutations about how the third, fourth and fifth placed teams might end up in either the UEFA Champions League or the Europa League!
- Samrin also gets carried away with different permutations for second and third spots in the 2.Bundesliga!
LFC going hard on Frimpong (@Plettigoal)
Liverpool looks to be very serious about its pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Jeremie Frimpong:
Understand Liverpool are seriously pursuing Jeremie #Frimpong. Advanced talks have already taken place.
Following detailed analysis and due to his availability, he is currently one of the top options for #LFC to potentially replace Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Frimpong is planning to move this summer. The 24-y/o right wing-back can leave Leverkusen in the summer thanks to a release clause set at around €35–40m.
Plettenberg would later add more:
If Liverpool succeed in signing Jeremie #Frimpong, they also plan to use him on the right flank in an attacking role – similar to his position as a right wing-back at Leverkusen.
Frimpong has been analysed in detail and Arne Slot likes his profile. #LFC see him as a very exciting potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
No full verbal agreement yet between Liverpool and Frimpong. Release clause: €35–40m.
Finally, Fabrizio Romano checked into say that a deal was nearly in place:
Understand talks between Liverpool and Jeremie Frimpong’s camp over personal terms have advanced again today.
Player’s always been keen on the move and Liverpool are progressing on salary, length of contract, every detail of the agreement.
Deal close.
Bayer Leverkusen could bleed players this summer and leave the club in a very precarious position. That will guarantee a lot of acrimony between Die Werkself and Bayern Munich when the two clubs hit the negotiating table for Florian Wirtz.
Bayern Alumni: Flick nearing extension with Barca (@Plettigoal)
Former Bayern Munich coach Hansi Flick could be on the verge of a contract extension with FC Barcelona:
⏳ FC Barcelona and Hansi #Flick have now reached a final verbal agreement on a new contract until 2027.
Flick’s agent, Pini Zahavi, and his team have finalised the last details on site in Barcelona. The contract is expected to be signed shortly.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show: Bayern Munich 2-0 Gladbach (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich hosted Borussia Mönchengladbach in Thomas Müller’s final home game at the Allianz Arena and it was an atmosphere to behold.
The Bavarians would win 2-0 giving their living legend a proper send off, but it was a complete team effort that saw terrific performances from just about everyone on the pitch.
Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show. This is what we have on tap:
- A look at the starting XI.
- How impressive was the job that the fans — and the club — did in sending off Müller properly?
- A rundown of the scoring and substitutions.
- Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match.
Silva willing to take less for Barca move (Sport via 90Min.com)
Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva might be willing to take less money to make a move to FC Barcelona:
Bernardo Silva is willing to take a pay cut to join Barcelona from Man City this summer, although there are doubts over just how interested the Catalan giants actually are.
United scoping Simons? (Fichajes via 90Min.com)
Manchester United could make a play for RB Leipzig Xavi Simons:
Meanwhile, Man Utd have launched a bid of €135m (£115.7m) to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 42 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich — Let’s talk about everything going on with the squad on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League final? Who’d have thunk it?
- Final thoughts ahead of Bayern Munich vs. Gladbach.
- Checking in on Bayern Munich’s pursuit of Florian Wirtz and what the player had to tell Sports Illustrated Germany.
- It sure sounds like Leroy Sané is headed to the Premier League.
- What did we learn about the Bundesliga this season? Is Bayern Munich headed back to “Juggernaut Mode”? How far will Bayer Leverkusen fall? Is Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig’s method of business sustainable? Can Niko Kovač stay hot as coach of Borussia Dortmund?
Núñez getting interest from England, Spain (ESPN)
If Liverpool FC’s Darwin Núñez wants to leave the club, he will have options:
– Clubs in Spain and England are interested in Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez. Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Nottingham Forest are linked, with a transfer fee of €40-45m needed to secure his signature. (Diario AS)
SAT.1 for Club World Cup coverage (@iMiaSanMia)
If you are in Germany and want to watch the Club World Cup, check out SAT.1:
For fans in Germany: @sat1 has secured a sublicense for the Club World Cup from DAZN to broadcast all Bayern and Dortmund games in the tournament on free TV.
