Is Bayern plotting secret raid on Vušković? (The Hard Tackle)
Tottenham Hotspur loanee and Hamburger SV player Luka Vušković has been rumored to be on Bayern Munich’s radar for quite a while.
However, in recent weeks, it has been reported that Bayern Munich is unlikely to pull off a move for the Croatian defender.
Bayern Munich will push to sign signing 19-year-old Tottenham defensive talent Luka Vuskovic if Kim Min-jae departs for a suitable offer in the summer.
Bayern Munich are ready to make a push for Luka Vuskovic with the view of replacing current first-team
star Kim Min-jae. The South Korean defender is currently not seen as more than a rotational option, and Vincent Kompany seemingly wants someone to challenge his first-choice centre-backs, which has seen the club linked with the 19-year-old Tottenham prodigy.
Kim Min-jae has a few suitors, with Chelsea and Tottenham keeping close tabs on his situation ahead of the summer. Bayern Munich would consider reasonable offers for the South Korean. Once he is sold, they will push to sign Tottenham wonderkid Luka Vuskovic, who has continued to impress with his performances for Hamburger in the Bundesliga.
The Bavarian giants are not alone in the race for the 19-year-old Tottenham prodigy, with rivals Borussia Dortmund also in the mix for the Croat. However, Bayern Munich have an appeal of their own when it comes to luring in top players, and an approach would certainly entice Vuskovic towards a move.
It is not impossible for Kim to change his mind and actually decide to leave Bayern Munich this summer. If that happens — and Tottenham Hotspur is eager to cash out on Vušković —maybe, just maybe, there is a chance that the Bavarians would make a big swoop for the 19-year-old.
Palhinha could leave Spurs (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
Bayern Munich loanee João Palhinha could be on his way out of Tottenham Hotspur:
✅ It is TRUE: Palhinha could depart Tottenham in the summer. There is a discussion ongoing at Bayern Munich because they wanted to sell the player to Spurs (as he’s currently on loan). They’d hoped the Premier League club would end up triggering the release clause (about €30m [£25.8m]). It could be that Tottenham won’t look to sign him at the moment, whilst the future of the club remains very open. From Bayern’s perspective, they’re talking about selling him to another Premier League club if he does come back to Munich. He’s played well in England, and other clubs are watching him and seeing that he’s not the problem at Tottenham. So, Bayern are optimistic that Palhinha won’t return to Germany in the summer and he’ll still be playing in the Premier League next season. But nobody knows if it will still be at Tottenham!
Palhinha’s future is up in the air. If Tottenham opts not to buy him, the Bavarians will likely put him right back up for sale.
Atléti wants Martinelli, Jesus (ESPN)
Atlético Madrid could be scoping Arsenal attackers Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus:
Atlético Madrid are keeping close tabs on Arsenal forwards Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, TEAMtalk reports. The LaLiga side are reportedly watching both players closely as they ponder a potential move, but there is also interest from other clubs in Europe and Saudi Arabia amid belief that the Gunners would be open to parting ways with both players if their valuation is met. Jesus, 28, has made just two Premier League starts this season, while 24-year-old Martinelli has seen 16 of his 25 appearances come from the bench.
Stanišić, Gnabry, Olise recognized for efforts (Kicker via @iMiaSanMia)
Bayern Munich stars Josip Stanišić, Serge Gnabry, and Michael Olise were all named to Kicker’s Bundesliga Team of the Week:
Meanwhile, Stanišić, Serge Gnabry, and Harry Kane were named to WhoScored.com’s version of the Bundesliga Team of the Week:
Finally, WhoScored.com recognized RB Leipzig’s Brajan Gruda as the Bundesliga Player of the Week. Gruda could be making his case for a World Cup roster spot after his loan back to Germany from Brighton & Hove Albion:
Bayern not scoping Anderson (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
Bayern Munich has been linked to Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, but Sport Bild’s Christian Falk says those rumors are not true:
❌ It is NOT TRUE: Bayern Munich are interested in Elliot Anderson. He’s too expensive! It’s said that he’ll cost €80m [£68.9m], which is just too much money for Bayern Munich, and they don’t need a player in this position. It’s true that Leon Goretzka will leave the club this summer, but they’re not looking for a successor. They have Tom Bischoff, Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic, and now they’re bringing back Noël Aséko. He’s a talent at the club who was on loan at Hannover. The 20-year-old had a release clause, and Hannover knew that Bayern wanted him back, so they triggered the release clause for €1m. But FC Bayern also have a clause that they can buy him back for €2.5m – so they bought him back!
There’s also another talent to think about in Santos Daiber, and he can play in this position. So, there are many options. Don’t forget that Bayern Munich want to sign Givairo Read. There are talks with Rotterdam. Perhaps they can sign him to play at right-back, which will allow Konrad Laimer to return to the midfield. Many options for Bayern, so they don’t need a new midfielder per se.
Milan to make move for Parrott? (ESPN)
AC Milan is taking a look at Ireland forward Troy Parrott:
AC Milan are interested in AZ Alkmaar and Republic of Ireland international forward Troy Parrott, according to The Independent. The 24-year-old is one of the names being considered by the Rossoneri amid their search for a striker, and the Eredivisie club would reportedly be open to parting ways with him if they receive an offer worth in the region of £25 million. Parrott, who scored a dramatic hat trick in the 3-2 FIFA World Cup qualifier win against Hungary in November to secure a place in this month’s playoffs, has directly contributed to 17 goals in 22 league matches this season.
Griezmann’s going to Disney World! (ESPN FC)
The rumored move to Orlando City SC in MLS is happening for Antoine Griezmann:
If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, Spotify, Apple, or any leading podcast distributor…
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