Bayern Munich’s struggles to sign players’ especially wingers as their own winger left the side rejecting extension.
In 60 appearances in the German Bundesliga, Bayern Munich has won 33 of the 62 league titles available, at one point winning 11 consecutive league titles between 2013-2023. Its dominance and recognition is not only limited to the German domestic scene, as the Bavarians have racked up 6 European/Champions league titles a feat that has ensured the German Giants are a force to be reckoned with in world football.
To achieve this level of dominance and prominence, Bayern Munich possessed some of the greatest football talents like Gerd Muller, who won the Ballon d’Or in 1970, and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. Most recently, players like Frank Ribery, Arjen Robben and Thomas Muller have stood out while winning the Champions League in 2020.
Bayern Munich recently reclaimed the Bundesliga crown from Bayern Leverkusen, who impressively won it unbeaten in the 2023-24 season, and with manager Vincent Kompany hoping to retain the title ahead of the 2025-26 season, Bayern Munich have moved swiftly to bolster their squad even though they now struggle to do so.
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Transfer Struggles For Bayern Munich
The Bundesliga used to be the playground for Bayern Munich, constantly ‘plucking’ from the vineyard of rival teams, players like Robert Lewandowski, Mats Hummels and Mario Goetz joined to make Bayern stronger.
It appears Bayern no longer have such pull as Florian Wirtz-Despite speaking with manager Kompany and a host of Bayern hierarchy, he rejected the Bundesliga champions for Liverpool in the Premier League.
A move like that in the past would weaken Leverkusen while strengthening a direct rival, Bayern Munich but such a move now has financially strengthened Leverkusen more than it could imagine, while Bayern are still left searching for a quality alternative.
Retaining Players
It came as might relief in February this year when Bayern Munich announced the contract extension of attacker Jamal Musiala until 2030, with reports indicating the German international was pretty close to leaving as Premier League interest grew significantly.
Bayern Munich have not been so lucky as winger, Leroy Sane, rejected fresh contract terms proposed by the club and joined Galatasaray in Turkey, resurrecting talks of Bayern Munich’s lack of attraction to top players around the world.
These rumours grew louder following confirmation from Transfer Guru, Fabrizio Romano of Long-term Target and Athletic Bilbao Winger, Nico Williams’ desire to join Barcelona despite persistent Discussions with the Bayern authorities, who, according to reports, were willing to offer more in wages.
Not to forget, Desire Doue, who picked up the man of the match award in the Champions League final against Inter Milan, could easily have been turning out in the red colours of Bayern, but also rejected the move in 2024, citing the PSG project as more appealing.
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Possible Reasons for Bayern Munich’s Struggles in 2025 Summer Transfer Window
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Vincent Kompany was a shock choice in 2024 after supervising Burnley’s relegation from the Premier League, but he has impressed, though with his bold brand of attacking football, winning the league and reaching the quarter-final of the UEFA Champions League. Signs of tactical deficiencies abound, but it’s obvious he keeps improving, maybe not enough for these world-class players who appear to have been left unimpressed, hence the several rejections.
Lack of European Glory
The last Champions League title for Bayern Munich was in 2020 under Hansi Flick; since then, Bayern have constantly changed coaches, with their best accomplishment being the quarter-final place.
Also, domestic dominance is laudable, but few view the German league on the same level as the Premier League or the Spanish league, as it generally has lost its appeal not just to the fans but also the players.
Transfer Alternatives
While Desire Doue rejected Bayern Munich for PSG, the arrival of Michael Olise from Crystal Palace has greatly improved Bayern Munich, contributing 19 goals and 23 assists in 51 matches.
Bayern Munich continue to speak with other alternatives like PSG, Bradley Barcola, whose game time appears limited, just as AC Milan’s Rafael Leao is available for around 70 million euros. There are conversations surrounding FA Cup hero Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace reminiscent of the Michael Olise move.
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