Bayern keep Kim Min-jae as Palhinha future weighed
Bayern target Jules Koundé plans to stay at Barcelona despite interest to bolster Kompany’s defence. Reports say he does not contemplate a move after impressing and being valued for versatility.
Bayern youngster Lennart Karl returned to ball work at Säbener Straße after a thigh tear, completing a full session alongside Serge Gnabry as both continue rehabilitation ahead of the Bundesliga campaign.
Sky Germany report Bayern plan to keep Kim Min-Jae, with a sale only if an extraordinary offer he accepts arrives. Contracted until 2028, the defender aims to fight for his place after 32 games last season.
Bayern sell Jonathan Asp Jensen to Deportivo La Coruña for €6m. The 20-year-old Dane signs to 2031 after an 8-goal, 6-assist loan at Grasshopper. He made one Bayern outing, v Wolfsburg in May 2024.
Real Madrid monitor Michael Olise but Bayern insist he is not for sale and view him as a cornerstone. Talks may follow after the World Cup, yet any deal is described as ‘difficult and complicated.’
Al Hilal have contacted Harry Kane’s camp. A €65m release clause reportedly expired in January. Despite interest, Kane is expected to stay and may extend with Bayern, where he targets silverware.
Bayern reportedly bid €32m for Santos’s Gabriel Bontempo as midfield cover with Aséko and Palhinha likely to depart. Santos want €49m but may sell due to finances. Bayern already spent €100m+ on Brown and Saibari.
Benfica explore a loan with option or obligation to buy João Palhinha, but salary costs are a hurdle. Bayern do not plan another midfielder even if he leaves, with Palhinha not in Bayern’s plans.
