Bayern lose Olise for Arsenal as Musiala absence bites

Olise prefers a move to Spain, with Real Madrid still keen. Bayern want to tie him down with a new deal, but until he renews, the club remain vulnerable to interest.
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Bayern have filed a criminal complaint over an insulting 1860 Munich banner displayed at Marienplatz during their 2025-26 title celebrations, with police searches under way.
Bayern are monitoring Florian Wirtz's struggles at Liverpool and believe he could be open to a Bundesliga return, though talks are only exploratory for now.
Viking rescued a 3-3 draw with a 90th-minute equaliser after Bayern had fought back from 2-0 down to lead 3-2 in a costly Champions League setback.
Bayern's lack of creativity in draws with Augsburg and Viking has underlined Jamal Musiala's absence, with Kompany yet to replace his dribbling and chance creation.
Olise will miss Arsenal after his red card in Bayern's 3-3 draw at Viking. Zlatko Tripic admitted he deliberately unsettled him, with Kompany blaming Michael Olise for his reaction.
Bayern are not planning a January move for Jules Kounde, despite past interest. Chelsea now face no competition from Munich for the Barcelona defender.
Bayern and Adidas plan six match kits plus two retro remakes for 2026-27, including Telekom and Oktoberfest editions, prompting supporter criticism over product overload.
The focus is Hansi Flick's close ties with Raphinha, Manuel Neuer and Alphonso Davies. From a Bayern angle, Manuel Neuer shared his leadership at Bayern, while Flick helped Alphonso Davies emerge as a top talent.
Aleksandar Pavlovic said Rodri's 2024 Ballon d'Or win gives him hope of one day claiming the award, and backed Bayern to 'give everything' to win the Champions League.
Serge Gnabry was reportedly frustrated after staying on the bench in Bayern's 3-3 draw at Viking, as Kompany prioritised defensive changes after Michael Olise's red card.
Ahead of Arsenal, some Bayern fans fear Michael Olise's suspension after the Viking draw leaves Kompany's side weakened, with concern over defending crosses and corners.
Bayern reportedly watched Cruzeiro's 17-year-old midfielder Eduardo Pape in Nyon. The Brazilian, compared to Sergio Busquets, could cost about €40m amid wide interest.
Lennart Karl's rough start continued in the 3-3 draw at Viking, where he was taken off at half-time. After injury setbacks and patchy form, Bayern hope the 18-year-old can rediscover his spark.
Statistical preview of Bayern's meeting with RB Leipzig after the 3-3 draw at Viking and Michael Olise's costly red card.
Joshua Kimmich answered criticism over leadership and safe passing. His Bayern numbers remain strong, and the piece argues his role should be judged differently despite calls for fresh blood.