Bayern Alumni: United wants Tolisso (Goal)
Former Bayern Munich midfielder Corentin Tolisso is coming off of a solid season for Olympique Lyon and has drawn interest from both Manchester United and Atlético Madrid:
Manchester United are reportedly looking to make a surprise move to sign France international Corentin Tolisso from Lyon, contacting the midfielder’s entourage as they look to strengthen their squad this summer. Tolisso, who impressed in Ligue 1 last season, is reportedly open to joining the Premier League giants – but the Red Devils
ADface competition from Atlético Madrid.
Manchester United have officially reached out to Tolisso’s representatives to explore a summer move, according to L’Equipe. The Lyon midfielder is under contract until 2027 but could be sold due to the club’s ongoing financial struggles. Atlético Madrid have also shown interest as they prepare for Rodrigo De Paul’s potential exit to Inter Miami.
Tolisso’s career was derailed by an ACL injury that left him without the explosiveness that was once a trademark for his box-to-box play. Always a solid teammate, it is good to see him getting back on his feet.
Al Nassr wants Pulisic (ESPN)
Al Nassr could be eyeing up AC MIlan and USMNT star Christian Pulisic:
Al Nassr have identified AC Milan and USMNT winger Christian Pulisic as a possible option to strengthen their attack, Rudy Galetti reports. The Saudi Pro League side are assessing their next steps to bring in the 26-year-old, with the inclusion of 31-year-old center-back Aymeric Laporte an idea that has been considered. This could see Pulisic link up with Sadio Mané and Cristiano Ronaldo in attack for the Riyadh-based club with a FIFA World Cup on home soil at the end of next season.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 59 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich’s week was noisy with rumors, but silent with action. When will things really start to heat up? Hopefully soon, so the boys can starting coming together.
Let’s talk about all of that and more! This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:
- What did we learn from the Club World Cup? FIFA is already making some changes for next summer’s World Cup, Paris Saint-Germain is human after all (Chelsea FC tore them apart), and Bayern Munich has some work to do.
- Bayern Munich could be looking at Leandro Trossard. Is Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany behind the move?
- It sure was looking like VfB Stuttgart attacker Nick Woltemade was going to join Bayern Munich this summer. Now...well, it could be difficult.
Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast, @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more.
LFC now wants €80 million for Díaz (Football Insider)
As the transfer wheels turn, Liverpool FC has allegedly set a new price on Luis Diaz, so if Bayern Munich wants to make a move, there is a number they can point to:
Liverpool have set a new price tag on Luis Díaz amid growing interest from both Barcelona and Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed what sources have told him about the 28-year-old’s future at Anfield.
Arne Slot is planning for the Colombia international to be a part of his squad in the upcoming season, but a fee of £69 million would force him to consider his options.
This comes after Football Insider revealed on 13 July that Díaz is “in negotiations” over leaving Liverpool with talks over a new contract yet to progress.
As things stand, neither Bayern Munich nor Barcelona are willing to meet his asking price, with the former having set a price cap of £51 million in their pursuit.
It is starting to feel like Bayern Munich will not get any of the most notable targets that have been linked to it. Instead, it is really feeling like we will get a blast of news out of nowhere on a day where we do not expect it.
Plea likely headed to PSV (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
Longtime Borussia Mönchengladbach attacker Alassane Plea looks like he is headed to PSV Eindhoven:
⚪️ BREAKING | Alassane #Plea is on the verge of joining PSV Eindhoven!
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 14, 2025
He has already said goodbye to his teammates and staff. Medical to follow soon.@Sky_Marlon89 | @SkySportDE pic.twitter.com/HA3QBzIQUh
Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 51 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window season has been silent since July 1st hit, but there are a lot of rumors swirling. Let’s talk through those, but let’s also discuss what could be a leadership void with the team as it heads into the new season. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
- Hermann Gerland has retired from coaching after a terrific career.
- Is the void with leadership bigger than with players at left-wing, center-back, etc. at Bayern Munich? Will the team be ready for the rigors of the season after so many early setbacks?
- The Luis Díaz saga continues. What should we think of the latest news and should Bayern Munich be willing to pay upwards of €80 million for the Liverpool attacker.
- The latest on Nick Woltemade.
- A high-level, non-spoiler review of Squid Game season three.
One less option for Wanner (Fabrizio Romano)
Eintracht Frankfurt has been mentioned as a potential loan destination for Bayern Munich’s Paul Wanner. Now, though, it appears that Die Adler are on the verge of bringing in Manchester City attacking midfielder James McAtee:
Understand James McAtee is now in Frankfurt to visit Eintracht as potential new club!
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 14, 2025
McAtee, assessing his options ahead of move away from Manchester City this summer… and Eintracht are on it. pic.twitter.com/XBqz3OHJTb
While mostly everyone is fixated on Bayern Munich’s transfer acquisitions, the club does still need to find a good loan spot for Wanner, who is at the precipice of an enormous crossroads for his career.
NUFC wants Ekitiké, too (ESPN)
Newcastle United is making its play for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitiké:
Newcastle have joined the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Magpies are among several Premier League teams, including Liverpool, who are keen on the 23-year-old, while there is also interest from the Saudi Pro League. But it is reported that Ekitike’s preference is to remain in Europe if he leaves the Bundesliga for around €100m this summer, following a campaign in which he scored 15 goals in 33 league appearances, and the St. James’ Park hierarchy have identified him as an alternative option to bolster manager Eddie Howe’s attack after former Brighton forward João Pedro made the switch to Chelsea.
Romano also checked in with additional information as well:
⚪️⚫️ EXCL: Newcastle submitted an official bid today to Eintracht Frankfurt for Hugo Ekitike!
Proposal higher than €70m previously offered by another club this summer with Newcastle pushing to get the deal done.
Negotiations underway.
Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Season 7, Episode 58 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich’s offseason is hitting its stride as the club scrambles to fill holes in its roster without breaking its bank account. Let’s get into it, this is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:
- Bayern had a plan for Nick Woltemade, but it’s out the window now and how much does the uncertainty surrounding Jamal Musiala’s injury affect the squad planning.
- Breaking down the bizarre situation with Bayern Munich and Liverpool’s Luis Díaz — should the Bavarians continue to swing for the fences with high-priced players or...would a cost-efficient option with a lower risk be a better fit?
- Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku to Bayern? He is affordable and could fill the void at the No. 10 spot...but can he play the way that Bayern Munich requires?
More from bavarianfootballworks.com:
- A forgettable international match day for all Bayern Munich players involved
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- ‘What about Thomas Müller?' Support pours in for Bayern Munich's troubled icon
- BFW Transfer Deadline Day 2017 live thread
- Kingsley Coman confident of his part in Bayern Munich’s plans this season
- Report: Renato Sanches set for loan move to Swansea
- Would this guy be the perfect backup for Robert Lewandowski?
