Report reveals why Eberl sold Coman (Süddeutsche Zeitung via @iMiaSanMia)
According to a report from Süddeutsche Zeitung, the rumors of a lack of a formal plan and internal misalignment are only going to get bolstered, as Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl surprised the club’s supervisory board by selling Kingsley Coman:
Within the club, it is said that Max Eberl didn’t need to sell Kingsley Coman. The supervisory board was surprised when Eberl came up with the idea of signing a replacement after Coman’s sale. The belief of the club’s bosses is that this candidate
(replacement) should have been presented as part of a comprehensive package before selling Coman, and not afterwards.
Eberl, for his part, sold the Frenchman because since taking office a year and a half ago, he’s been given instructions to reduce the squad and cut salaries. Eberl had expected that he would be allowed to reinvest the money in a replacement, but instead he was sent out into the transfer market with his hands tied behind his back looking for a loan player.
In many ways, selling Coman was a good idea, as shedding his salary and getting a fee in return will provide some financial flexibility for the future. However, that was all working under the assumption that Eberl would be able to backfill Coman’s spot on the roster.
That has proven to be difficult, especially given the “only loans” restriction set forth by the supervisory board, where Eberl can now only look at players available on a loan. Was that edict retaliation for the sale of Coman?
Though unlikely, at this point, you really cannot rule anything out.
Frauen let loose with newcomer karaoke (FC Bayern Frauen)
A time-honored tradition in Bavaria has been to have new players and coaches perform karaoke in front of the team. The Bayern Munich Frauen hit the ground running with some quality efforts:
Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. RB Leipzig (Bundesliga)
Bayern Munich will kick off its Bundesliga season against RB Leipzig in what should be a fun start to the league season.
The Bavarians are seeking to defend their status as reigning champions, while RB Leipzig is going to look to build a great base of talent into a cohesive team — something that has not always proven to be the easiest task in East Germany.
Let’s get down to it — this is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:
- What to watch for with RB Leipzig — a team in a constant state of transition.
- Why coaching at RB Leipzig is so difficult and why Julian Nagelsmann was the perfect fit.
- A look at Bayern Munich’s injury situation.
- A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.
- A prediction on the match.
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 @BavarianFB
Eberl makes light of loan-centric approach (@iMiaSanMia)
Bayern Munich board member for sport Max Eberl attempted to make light of his situation, where he is being tasked with only being able to bring in players on loan at his Thursday press conference.
The topic came up as Eberl was asked about the club’s failed pursuit of VfB Stuttgart attacker Nick Woltemade.
“So much was talked about during the transfer window. The current situation is that it’s off the table. No idea what will happen until September 1. Maybe Stuttgart will loan him to us,” Eberl said with a laugh. “We can sign him on loan. Maybe we can get creative.”
Clearly, Eberl recognized the insanity of the situation and did the best he could to grin and bear it.
BFW Fight Club: Rabiot on the move again? (Foot Mercato)
Adrien Rabiot is on his way out of Olympique Marseille:
Adrien Rabiot isn’t expected to stay at OM for long. Already courted by Serie A powerhouses like Inter Milan, Juventus, and AC Milan, where a certain Max Allegri, a coach with whom he is very close, works, the French international is also being tracked in Turkey.
In addition to the destinations revealed by us last night, Galatasaray is also mentioned . The Istanbul club have made Ilkay Gündogan their priority, but the Frenchman is a close second. According to our information, Al-Ittihad is also looking into this case. The Saudi club is coached by Laurent Blanc, who launched Rabiot’s first-team career with PSG.
So…why is Rabiot potentially leaving Marseille? Well, he got into a locker room fistfight with teammate Jonathan Rowe (via Yahoo):
With Jonathan Rowe reportedly close to Bologna and Adrien Rabiot wanted by several Serie A sides, more shocking details are emerging on the brawl that saw them kicked out of Olympique Marseille. The two players were involved in an altercation in the dressing room straight after the surprise Ligue 1 opening defeat of the season. A few days later, a formal statement confirmed the pair had both been put on the transfer market with immediate effect.
Rowe is reportedly on the verge of a move to Serie A for Bologna, while former Juventus midfielder Rabiot is linked with Inter, Milan, Roma, and even a potential return to Juve. However, Marseille director and former Udinese, Roma and Juventus defender Medhi Benatia revealed the sheer extent of the incident, which might give their new clubs pause for thought.
“We had hoped that giving the players 48 hours off would give them time to reflect, to reconsider, but instead there were no apologies,” Benatia told RMC Sport. “It was a locker room argument, we know these defeats can cause frustration. But there was physical aggression. It was a fight, let’s be honest, that’s the reality.
“Usually when there are words spoken, the coach comes in and speaks, it all calms down. Not here, it got into a physical confrontation, punches were thrown, Bakola felt unwell and fell to the ground, still they carried on. It was a scene of utter chaos. I’ve been in football 17-18 years, I’ve been a captain, sometimes you have heated exchanges, but you can’t have people punching each other in the face and security coming to separate you. Where are we? We’re here to play football. I’ve seen it all, but someone coming in and just punching him in the face. I’ve never seen that. This is not normal.”
Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show: Match Day 1 (Bavarian Football Works)
Welcome to Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show!
This is not your run-of-the-mill gambling show as we are putting more focus on the ins-and-outs of the actual match day’s showdowns, rather than an odds-driven format (but yes, you will get the odds as well). This podcast is for people who watch the Bundesliga intently and who want to dive into some of the big games for each match day. Through that, we will also provide some information that could help those seeking to make a wager or two.
Each week, we will highlight three matches to talk through and break down who has the edge, who might be hurting, who is susceptible to being upset, who’s getting hot, and more! This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show:
- A breakdown of Bayern Munich vs. RB Leipzig, Bayer Leverkusen vs, Hoffenheim, and FC St. Pauli vs. Borussia Dortmund.
- A look around the rest of the league’s matches.
Leipzig could get Nkunku on permanent deal (Sport Bild’s Christian Falk)
RB Leipzig could be willing to bring back Christopher Nkunku on a full transfer — not a loan. That little nugget could push Bayern Munich out of the running for the Chelsea attacker:
Bayern Munich could suffer a big blow in the race to sign Chelsea winger Christopher Nkunku in the summer transfer window. Chelsea are keen to sign (Xavi) Simons from Leipzig, who are in turn willing to re-sign their former player, Nkunku.
Christian Falk has told CFBayern that Leipzig could be willing to sign Nkunku permanently, provided Chelsea sign Simons for around £60m. According to a report from the Guardian, while a deal with Leipzig for Nkunku is not close, there is confidence that they will be able to come to an agreement with Chelsea on a fee for the France international.
Bayern have shown little willingness to submit a tempting offer, and it looks like Leipzig have an upper hand in the race for Nkunku.
However, Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg says that RB Leipzig will not be pursuing Nkunku on a full transfer:
🚨🔴 Leipzig’s position on Christopher #Nkunku has not changed. The interest is there, they admire him, and Leipzig remain in contact with Chelsea.
However, a permanent transfer is currently ruled out by RB – if anything, it would have to be a loan deal. #CFC
Chelsea’s stance remains clear: a permanent deal, or at the very least, an obligation to buy.
Weigl to Al-Shabab? (Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg)
Julian Weigl could be leaving Borussia Mönchengladbach in favor of a move to Al-Shabab FC:
🚨🇸🇦 Julian #Weigl would be allowed to leave Borussia Mönchengladbach before Deadline Day if a suitable top offer arrives.
Al-Shabab are pushing to sign Weigl, but so far there is no written offer – only verbal ones. Weigl is open to the move. His contract runs until 2028. @SkySportDE
Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 5, Episode 4 (Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern Munich is sputtering toward the finish line of this transfer window, but at least games are starting…right?
Right?
Yes, it is time to get excited for the season, but this week represented more bad news when it comes to the state of the club…off the field. Let’s explore how the team can look so good, but the club’s front office and operations might be in trouble. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
- Paul Wanner is turning into another sorry case of too much, too soon. Where did Bayern Munich go wrong with its wunderkind?
- Explaining the rumored loan mandate for Bayern Munich and why this is just another example of important figures at the club not bring aligned.
- The Nick Woltemade situation was crazy enough…and then we got leaked emails. Why German clubs seem irate at Bayern Munich and eager to embarrass the Rekordmeister.
