Bayern Munich could preparing its final offer to Alphonso Davies — though, stop us if you have heard this one before:
Bayern Munich are preparing a “last-minute offer” to extend Alphonso Davies’ contract and prevent him from joining Real Madrid as a free agent in the summer of 2025, according to a report published today on AS.
Per that same report, Davies and Real Madrid have a verbal agreement and a mutual understanding that he will be a madridista in the 2025-26 season, but he will not be allowed to sign a deal with Los Blancos until January 1st, 2025. That’s why Bayern will work hard over the next few days, trying to keep Davies despite the belief that the Canadian left-back is more than ready to leave Germany.
Davis is expected to be a much-needed addition to Real Madrid’s squad, who have been in a very desperate spot regarding their fullbacks all season long. Ferland Mendy has taken a step back from his brilliant performances over the 2023-24 season and Davies will be ready to become an undisputed starter for the team next season if he ends up signing for Los Blancos.
While it feels like Davies could be leaning to a contract extension with Bayern Munich at this point, the case remains open and anything could happen between the Canadian star and Real Madrid.
The loss of Davies would be a tough hit to Bayern Munich’s squad.
Manchester United could be getting desperate about the sorry state of its squad — and it could target Victor Osimhen to provide a boost to a struggling attack:
Manchester United are keeping tabs on Victor Osimhen ahead of the January transfer window, Sky Sport Switzerland reports. The Nigeria international is on loan at Galatasaray, where he has scored nine goals and provided three assists in 11 Süper Lig matches, but could be recalled by Napoli next month — and transferred permanently. It is reported that United would have “no trouble” reaching an agreement over personal terms with the 22-year-old. Nevertheless, a transfer fee would still need to be settled with Napoli, who are expected to demand around €75 million to sanction his exit. Added to that, Man United have more pressing concerns at left-back in the winter window.
The Winterpause allows us some time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly from the first half of the season.
In this three-part series for Bavarian Podcast Works, we will breakdown each position group — Attack, Midfield, Defense — discuss each player and provide rating for how we feel they have played so far this season.
Chuck and Samrin break down the attacking group. Here is some of what the duo discussed on the show:
- A breakdown of each attacker, what they did well, where they are lacking, and how they rated overall.
- Is this the end for Thomas Müller — and if so, what should he do next? MLS? Stay in Germany?
- Why Jamal Musiala has been one of the great players for Bayern Munich — and in the world — this season.
- Harry Kane was really good, but what could he change to take his game to the next level.
If Bayern Munich is going to acquire a third center-back to partner with Kim Min-jae and Dayot Upamecano, it probably will not be Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah.
The Germany international appears to be headed to FC Barcelona:
Barcelona have been engaged in negotiations to sign Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah in recent weeks, and it appears they have convinced him to join the club. Tah is out of contract next summer, and can signa precontract to join on a free next week.
Tah had attracted the interest of Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich are the other main contenders for his signature having tried to sign him last summer. Bayern are the only side that may make an offer to outstrip Barcelona’s financial package, but MD say that Tah has made the decision to sign for the Catalan giants.
While he has not signed his deal, and his camp insist his final decision has not been made, the Blaugrana are already planning his arrival – which will see them try to organise exits for Eric Garcia and Andreas Christensen next summer.
The German international is familiar with Hansi Flick from their time together at die Mannschaft, and has been a regular under Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen. This season he has played 25 times and scored twice, and has not missed a single minute of action in the Bundesliga or Champions League.
Real Madrid’s long-rumored pursuit of Liverpool FC’s Trent Alexander-Arnold could finally happen in 2025, but the LaLiga powerhouse is also eyeing Alexander-Arnold’s teammate Virgil van Dijk:
While Real Madrid’s interest in Trent Alexander-Arnold has been well-documented, the Spanish giants are now eyeing up Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk in a sensational double swoop.
Another special episode of the Bundesliga Rundown reviews the top 10 most disappointing and top 10 best players of the 2024/25 season so far!
If you strongly disagree with Marcus’s picks, make your opinion known in the comment section!
This episode will discuss:
- Who is better between Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala
- Which Borussia Dortmund players, among the many disappointments, made the list
- The two stars at Mainz 05
- Several disappointing high-profile transfers
- The most underrated Bundesliga player
- … and much more!
Bayern Munich is rumored to have an “all-in” attitude toward a pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen attacker Florian Wirtz, but the Germany international could be inking a contract extension with Die Werkself.
It appears that Bayern Munich would not be the only club disappointed by the news as Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Arsenal FC are also rumored to serious about Wirtz:
Bayern Munich are continuing to track Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz, says Sky Germany. The 21-year-old Germany international is in discussions over a new deal and has enjoyed a prolific start to the campaign for Xabi Alonso’s side with seven goals and seven assists from 13 Bundesliga games. Manchester City, Arsenal and Real Madrid have all shown interest, but Leverkusen want to keep him until after the 2026 World Cup and will then listen to offers of over €120m.
Given Manchester City’s recent struggles, Pep Guardiola could potentially flip five or six starting roles after the season:
Pep Guardiola wants Manchester City to sell at least five or six regular starters to kick-start a massive squad overhaul.
Here we go…it is time for the Winterpause and things are looking good for Bayern Munich. After downing RB Leipzig 5-1, the Bavarians seem in control of the Bundesliga at the moment, but it will not be easy to complete the job of securing the league crown.
Given everything that has happened over the past six months, there is a lot to talk about, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:
- Bayern Munich finished off the first half of the season on a strong note, but Bayer Leverkusen’s 5-1 win over SC Freiburg let the world know that the reigning champs are not done just yet. Are we set up for an epic battle for the Bundesliga crown?
- Bayern Munich’s biggest surprises of the first half.
- Bayern Munich’s biggest disappointments of the first half.
- Where Bayern Munich can be better in the second half of the season.
- Can Bayern Munich win the Champions League as currently set up?
