Bayern not monitoring Haaland per report (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
Despite rumors that have emerged all week, Sport Bild’s Christian Falk insists that Bayern Munich is not going to pursue Erling Haaland if he becomes available:
❌ It is NOT TRUE: Bayern are keeping an eye on Erling Haaland amid the Premier League’s ongoing case against Manchester City. FC Bayern are focusing on contract talks with their own top striker, Harry Kane. The talks are going well and the club thinks the Englishman will decide after the international break. If he signs a new two-year contract (perhaps
with the option of a third year) then Vincent Kompany’s side already has a very good player in this position. Don’t forget that there isn’t just the transfer fee to consider with a player like Haaland; there’s also the salary. Bayern Munich doesn’t tend to pay salaries in the range of what the Norwegian international is earning in Manchester (about €35m [£29.8m], we heard). It’s an enormous price to take the player out of City before even considering the transfer fee. Even if he were to become available on a free transfer, you’re still paying a signing-on fee for the player. So, at the moment, Bayern are looking at the situation – and they do admire Erling Haaland (as every club in Europe does) – but they’re so happy with Harry Kane that there’s simply no space, on the one hand on the pitch, and on the other hand, on the wage bill.
Sure, this is a “never say never” situation, but re-upping Kane would likely kill any potential move for Haaland. Honestly, Haaland’s salary plus any potential transfer fee would be massive obstacles for Bayern Munich. We also do not know if Haaland would seek to leave City amid any impending sanctions.
While we have been consistent from the start—it would be awesome, but it’s not realistic right now—a move like this would be a gargantuan swing for the Bavarians. It simply does not seem to be in the cards anytime soon.
Liverpool still likes Tchouaméni (ESPN)
Liverpool is keeping a close eye on Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni:
Liverpool have maintained contact with the representatives of Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni despite the 26-year-old signing a new deal until 2031, according to TEAMtalk. While the Reds are not actively pursuing the France international right now, they could revive their interest if his role under José Mourinho changes given he has only played three times so far this season. Madrid had reportedly been willing to listen to offers of around €80 million over the summer.
LFC, Real, Barca all eyeing Schlotterbeck (Fußball News journalist Ekrem Konur)
Liverpool, Real Madrid, and FC Barcelona are all keeping a close eye on Borussia Dortmund center-back and Germany international Nico Schlotterbeck:
🚨 #Dortmund Nico Schlotterbeck is among the young defensive options monitored by Liverpool, Real Madrid and Barcelona coach Hansi Flick.
📌 → On the radar of European giants.
📑 → Seen as a long-term investment in defense.
LFC eyeing January move for Schade (TeamTalk)
Liverpool is reportedly interested in Brentford winger and Germany international Kevin Schade:
Liverpool have emerged as a genuine contender and one of the strong favourites to sign Brentford winger Kevin Schade – and a deal could be done as soon as January, TEAMtalk can exclusively reveal.
The 24-year-old has made a strong start to the campaign, scoring three goals in his opening five Premier League appearances and helping Keith Andrews’ side sit fourth in the table after an unbeaten run that includes wins over Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea.
Schade was okay in his appearances for Germany, but he did not do enough to cement himself as a guaranteed starter for Jürgen Klopp—at least not yet.
Real not chasing Jeltsch, but if a spot opens at Bayern…(Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
Real Madrid’s rumored interest in VfB Stuttgart center-back and Germany international Finn Jeltsch might be off-base, which is actually good news for Bayern Munich, who would like to make a move for the 20-year-old:
❌It is NOT TRUE: Real Madrid are hot on the heels of VfB Stuttgart centre-back Finn Jeltsch. It is true that Los Blancos are aware of the 20-year-old. He’s still very highly rated at Bayern Munich; they like the player. At the moment, there’s no need for centre-back reinforcements in Munich, as Hiroki Ito and Min-jae Kim are still hanging around. But if they could sell one of these players, then Jeltsch would be a good option for Bayern Munich. He knows this. There were no concrete talks but Bayern made a sign that they were interested. Real Madrid could be a very big step for the player but I can confirm that there were no talks there either.
However, if you’ve been watching the Real Madrid bench, you may have noticed a familiar face from the Bundesliga in Sami Khedira. He’s one of José Mourinho’s assistants. Before, he was, of course, with VfB Stuttgart as a player before later taking a job as an advisor. Khedira knows Jeltsch and his potential very well. So, when there are rumours around Madrid suggesting that they’re interested in the defender, you can imagine how easy it would be for Khedira to initiate first contact. We’ll keep an eye on the situation but, for the time being, Bayern doesn’t have to be afraid of losing the player to Real Madrid. They have one hand on the centre-half and would be the first to make a move.
He’s a jewel of German football!
Juve to sell Koopmeiners (ESPN)
Juventus could be toying with the idea of selling midfielder Teun Koopmeiners:
Juventus are preparing to make midfielder Teun Koopmeiners available for transfer in January, Gazzetta dello Sport reports. The Serie A club are reportedly disappointed with the 28-year-old’s form and will look to sanction an exit if his performances don’t “significantly” improve. Everton, Newcastle, and Monaco checked on his situation in the summer, and the Bianconeri could be willing to accept a loan offer due to his €5.7 million-per-season salary.
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