His mind is made up already and there’s nothing we can do about it,but I won’t forgive Man United for convincing Him, losing such a player at this crucial time of a season is a great loss to us”, Bayern Munich president broke down in tears during press conference as another Bayern superstar have agreed to join Man United for free by January
During an emotional press conference, the president of Bayern Munich struggled to hold back tears as he spoke about the impending departure of one of their star players. Clearly disappointed, he expressed frustration that Manchester United had once again succeeded in luring a key Bayern player away, leaving Bayern at a vulnerable point in the season. “He’s already decided to leave, and there’s nothing more we can do,” he admitted, visibly upset. “I won’t forgive Manchester United for persuading him to go. Losing a player of his caliber right now is a major setback for us.”
The tension around Bayern’s players potentially moving to Manchester United has escalated further. Now, speculation suggests that United has its sights not only on one but on two prominent Bayern players—Alphonso Davies and Leroy Sané. According to sources at fussball.news, Manchester United has shown strong interest in both players, who are contracted with Bayern until 2025. With that expiration date approaching, United sees an opportunity: as early as January 2025, they could start negotiations to secure these players on free transfers. For Bayern, the thought of losing such key players without any transfer compensation is a nightmare scenario that the club is eager to avoid.
In contrast to the speculated departures of Davies and Sané, it appears that United is not currently pursuing Bayern’s midfielder Leon Goretzka. Though Goretzka’s future in Munich is uncertain, with the club reportedly open to considering transfer offers, the 29-year-old has made it clear he intends to stay and fight for his place in the squad at least until the winter transfer window closes. With a contract extending to 2026, Goretzka seems resolute in his commitment to Bayern, despite the intense competition within the team.
However, for Bayern, the potential loss of Davies and Sané presents an immediate concern. Both players are integral to Bayern’s game plan and tactics, and their absence could significantly weaken the team, especially in high-stakes European competitions. If Bayern is unable to secure contract renewals with either of them by January, both players could leave without any transfer fee—a double blow that would harm Bayern financially and competitively. As a result, Bayern’s management is expected to intensify efforts to lock down new contracts for Davies and Sané in the months ahead.
There are also financial complications involved. Sané and Goretzka are among Bayern’s highest-paid players, with Sané reportedly earning close to €20 million annually, including bonuses, while Goretzka earns around €18 million. Davies, whose salary expectations are around €16 million, may also find it challenging to find comparable earnings elsewhere. For Manchester United, a club that has been watching its financial commitments, such high salaries could present a hurdle. In past cases, such as Matthijs de Ligt’s transfer from Bayern to United, salary reductions have been part of the arrangement—something that might also be required if Davies and Sané were to join the Premier League.
As Manchester United’s interest in Davies and Sané becomes more serious, the future of these negotiations will likely hinge on Bayern’s ability to offer attractive contract extensions and United’s capacity to meet the players’ financial expectations. The next few months will be crucial in determining whether these stars stay in Munich or begin a new chapter in Manchester.
