Bayern tie down Osmani as Palhinha attracts Benfica move
Christian Falk says Chelsea’s Jesse Derry could be a cheap backup option for Bayern, citing Musiala’s path, but he has heard nothing concrete. Derry has signed a new Chelsea deal and is set to join Sporting on loan.
Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović hail Bayern’s Michael Olise as “the Tom Brady of France” for his playmaking in a 2-0 win over Morocco, lauding his passing and control despite no direct goal involvement.
Serge Gnabry says he feels “very good” after an adductor injury, training pain-free and rebuilding speed and movements. He targets fitness for Bayern’s DFL-Supercup vs Dortmund on 22 August.
Benfica prepare a €25m move for Bayern’s João Palhinha, either €20m+€5m bonuses or a €10m loan with €15m obligation. Spurs did not trigger €30m option. Sporting’s interest cools over wages.
Feature compares Bayern’s Harry Kane and Erling Haaland: since 2022/23 Kane 213 goals, 45 assists, 55 pens; Haaland 204 goals, 31 assists, 31 pens. Contrasting styles set up a World Cup quarter-final duel.
Bayern will hand Erblin Osmani his first pro deal to 2029. The Germany U17 midfielder debuted under Vincent Kompany in a 4-0 win over Union Berlin and will train with the first team while playing U19s.
Ex-Bayern winger Sadio Mané retires from Senegal duty after 130 caps and 54 goals, citing age and demands. He leaves door open to return in another role; scored 12 and assisted 6 in his Bayern season.
