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    Thomas Muller told to leave Bayern Munich with Man Utd ‘seeking transfer for Germany legend’

    THOMAS MULLER has been advised to leave Bayern Munich.And that could pave the way for Manchester United to try and land the Germany legend.
    Thomas Muller could leave Bayern Munich after 23 yearsCredit: Getty
    Muller, 34, is struggling for game time at the Allianz Arena this season – especially following Harry Kane’s arrival.
    The likes of Jamal Musiala, Leroy Sane, Kingsley Coman, Serge Gnabry and even Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting have also limited his involvement under Thomas Tuchel.
    It means vice-captain Muller has two goals and five assists from 15 appearances this term.
    But those 15 games total just 575 minutes of football and only include six starts.
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    Now Lothar Matthaus has encouraged the 126-cap international to move on after 23 years with Bayern for a new venture elsewhere after nearly 700 first-team appearances.
    World Cup-winning captain Mathaus – who left Bayern for New York MetroStars in 2000 – urged Muller to make a similar move.
    He wrote for Sky Sport in Germany: “At Bayern Munich he will no longer get the minutes he got two years ago. If he has the confidence to play from the start like he did two years ago, then he has to change clubs. You have to say that openly.
    “Muller’s situation looks like a gradual decline.
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    “As far as Muller’s future at Bayern is concerned, the question is what Thomas wants. Is he content with only being a part-time worker or even not playing at all?
    “Muller is rooted in Munich, but perhaps he can imagine a new life experience, for example in North America?”
    But according to Bild, Erik ten Hag will likely attempt to sign Muller in 2024.
    The Dutchman is a big fan of the experienced forward and reportedly reached out to him last winter over a possible transfer.
    Now he could be prepared to go back in for Muller to bolster his squad.
    Muller is said to be keen to see out his contract which expires at the end of the season – although Tuchel would be open to him signing an extension to stay put.
    Matthaus added: “If Thomas is satisfied that he will only be used now and then and the club communicates this clearly to the outside world, it is okay for all parties.”
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    Harry Kane set for weekend off with Bayern Munich’s match postponed as snow also wreaks havoc on UK fixture list

    BAYERN MUNICH’S match with Union Berlin has been postponed due to heavy snow overnight. The German champions – who are two points adrift leaders Bayer Leverkusen – were due to host Berlin.
    Bayern Munich’s match with Union Berlin has been postponed due to heavy snow overnightCredit: Getty
    But heavy snow has forced the game to be called off.
    Bayern’s CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said: “We very much regret that we have to postpone the match, but the safety of our fans and the supporters of Union Berlin has absolute priority.
    “In addition, access to the Allianz Arena is not guaranteed due to numerous roads closures and various public transport cancellations.
    “We will inform you about a possible new date as soon as possible.”
    Safety risks and the traffic situation were cited for the reason to cancel.
    Buses and trains were cancelled with roads and motorways closed.
    The underground line U6 – which runs from Frottmaning to the Allianz Arena – has been suspended. 
    Munich police even recommend that people do not leave their homes.
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    It is not just games in Germany which have been axed either with EFL and FA Cup games called off.
    Crewe and Bristol Rovers’ tie was just one high-profile match to have been postponement.
    The re-arranged cup tie will be played on Tuesday, December 12, at 7:45pm.
    A potential replay for the tie will be carried out on Tuesday, December 19. More

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    Man Utd fans say ‘someone should take the chequebook off Ten Hag’ after attempt to complete transfer for 34-year-old ace

    MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag tried to sign Thomas Muller in January, according to reports.The Dutchman is claimed to be a big admirer of the Bayern Munich veteran.
    Thomas Muller has scored one goal for Bayern Munich this seasonCredit: Getty
    Erik ten Hag is seeking January reinforcementsCredit: Getty
    Ten Hag, 53, coached Bayern’s second team between 2013 and 2015 while Muller was a key player for Pep Guardiola.
    According to German outlet Bild, the Red Devils boss wanted to bring Muller to Old Trafford last season.
    They add that it was felt that the 34-year-old’s experience could benefit United.
    And that Ten Hag and Co could try again for Muller in this season’s January transfer window.
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    The German has had an hugely decorated career: lifting 12 Bundesliga titles, six DFB Pokals, two Champions Leagues and the World Cup.
    In total he has played 680 times for Bayern, scoring 237 goals and laying on 261 assists.
    His importance to the German giants has been on the decline, however.
    This season he has started just four of his side’s 15 Bundesliga and Champions League games.
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    He has netted one goal, and laid on a further four assists.
    Seeing links with Muller, some United fans were unimpressed.
    One wrote on social media: “Someone needs to take the cheque book off Erik.”
    While a second fumed: “These are signings should have made in the previous decade.”
    A third blasted: “In a team that has no physicality or energy, Erik wanted to sign a player who’s legs have gone? Luckily transfers wont be in his hands soon.”
    Another added: “Just need to purchase a good walking stick.”
    Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to take over football operations at United when he completes his imminent 25 per cent partial takeover.
    The Ineos chief is set to back Ten Hag with a transfer war chest in January.
    Man Utd currently sit sixth in the Prem, five points off the top four. More

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    Bayern Munich monitoring shock Arsenal ace for transfer swoop as fans fear giants ‘can’t stop raiding Premier League’

    BAYERN MUNICH are reportedly considering a shock swoop for Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu.The 25-year-old has established himself as a key player among Mikel Arteta’s ranks this season.
    Bayern Munich are interested in Takehiro TomiyasuCredit: Getty
    He has played as a centre-back, left-back and right-back since the start of the campaign, providing cover for Oleksandr Zinchenko and the injured Jurrien Timber.
    And his impressive form has seen him attract interest from one of Europe’s biggest clubs.
    According to transfer journalist Florian Plettenberg, Bayern Munich are considering a bid for Tomiyasu.
    The Bundesliga giants are interested in the defender because he can play as a centre-back and a full-back.
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    A January transfer is understood to be unrealistic as the Japan international is set to appear at the Asian Cup.
    However, Bayern are expected to continue monitoring him until the summer window opens.
    The prospect of Tomiyasu leaving has left a number of Arsenal fans nervous, with one person tweeting: “Very very interesting. But we need him at Arsenal.”
    Another added: “With all due respect, they should look elsewhere. Tomi is not for sale.”
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    While a third joked: “I am worried that these guys can’t look beyond the Premier League.”
    Tomiyasu joined Arsenal in a £20million transfer from Bologna in 2021.
    He has since made 69 appearances for the Gunners.
    The full-back struggled with a knee injury last season and was stuck on the sidelines for several months after undergoing surgery.
    However, he has returned to top form this season.
    Tomiyasu scored his first goal for the Gunners in a 5-0 win over Sheffield United last month. More

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    Man City ‘considering shock transfer for former player sold by Pep Guardiola but face competition from Liverpool’

    LEROY SANE has been linked with a sensational return to Manchester City according to reports in the German media.Bild claim that City will rival interest from Liverpool in order to win their former winger back.
    Leroy Sane has been sensational for Bayern this seasonCredit: Getty
    Sane, 27, has been in excellent form for Bayern this season and has benefited in particular from the arrival of Harry Kane.
    The winger has eight goals and six assists in 11 Bundesliga games this season.
    His contract is up in 2025, meaning Bayern may look to cash in by selling in the upcoming summer window.
    Sane’s transfer to Bayern in 2020 took many by surprise, with the winger then being one of the Premier League’s finest young talents.
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    Bayern paid £54.1 million for the German international with many saying that it was an argument with Pep Guardiola that convinced the club to sell.
    Sane had also missed much of the 2019-20 season with a knee injury before making his transfer.
    While Sane is being linked with Liverpool and Manchester City, Bild do report that he is in negotiations to renew his contract at Bayern – so this could be a ploy for a bigger payout on that particular deal.
    Liverpool are quite stacked in the wing position as it stands.
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    The Reds have Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota and Luis Diaz that all play in the position with Cody Gakpo sometimes operating off the left too.
    Sane could definitely be an option if Salah were to leave next summer for Saudi Arabia.
    The Reds had their resolve tested when the Saudi Pro League offered £150million in the closing stages of the transfer window but remained firm.
    But with Liverpool now firmly aware of Saudi’s interest, a move for Sane could be part of their contingency plans should Salah leave. More

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    Kylian Mbappe wanted by Liverpool and European rivals as Real Madrid face missing out on No1 transfer target

    PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN superstar Kylian Mbappe is being targeted by Liverpool and Bayern Munich, reports suggest.Mbappe is set to become a free agent this summer after he refused to trigger a clause last year that would have extended his contract for a season.
    Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe is wanted by Liverpool and Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
    Real Madrid are showing hesitation regarding a move for MbappeCredit: Reuters
    Real Madrid had been favourites to land the striker in June but his astronomical salary of £30m per year, his recent performances and the club’s “financial issues” have led to doubts.
    According to Foot Mercato, Real’s hesitations have led to Liverpool as well as Bayern considering a serious bid for the 24-year-old.
    The Reds have been keeping an eye on the France international since 2017 when he joined PSG initially on loan from Monaco before his permanent move a year later.
    The Merseysiders’ manager Jurgen Klopp even met for talks with Mbappe before his move to Parc des Princes.
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    Recent reports also suggested Liverpool and the Frenchman’s camp have remained in contact in the period since.
    The versatile forward confirmed there were talks with the Premier League giants six years ago and they had a “greater chance” of signing him.
    Mbappe said last year: “We talked a little bit, but not too much. We talked a little bit.
    “I talked to Liverpool because it’s the favourite club of my mum, my mum loves Liverpool. I don’t know why, you will have to ask her!
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    “It’s a good club and we met them five years ago. When I was in Monaco I met them. It’s a big club.”
    According to Sport 1, Bayern are also ready to join the bidding war for Mbappe.
    The German champions hold a “serious” interest for the 2018 World Cup winner even though they understand how “complicated” a potential deal could turn out to be. More

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    Fans spot Bayern Munich are at it again as they sign ‘the next big thing in football’ for minimal transfer fee

    FOOTBALL fans reckon German giants Bayern Munich are ahead of the game once again.That’s after Thomas Tuchel’s side snapped up “the next big thing in football” for a minimal transfer fee.
    Bayern Munich have signed Nestory Irankunda from Adelaide UnitedCredit: Getty

    Fabrizio Romano revealed Bayern have completed the signing of Nestory Irankunda from Adelaide United.
    The speedy winger is just 17 years old and will officially become a new Bayern player next summer.
    Irankunda, who was born in Tanzania, has 11 goals in seven games for Australia’s U17s.
    At club level, the forward has nine goals in 39 matches after making his pro debut last year aged just 15.
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    And head of youth development Jochen Sauer reckons Bayern have struck gold, with the Germans paying an A-League record £2.85million fee.
    He said: “We have had Nestory on our radar for some time, he’s an extremely fast winger.”
    Irankunda revealed his pride at the deal, adding: “I’m happy to have this all finalised and to be heading to one of the best clubs in the world, it’s a real dream come true.”
    It’s not the first time Bayern have snapped up a top young talent for a bargain fee.
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    Current aces like Alphonso Davies and Jamal Musiala quickly became key players despite being in their teens when they joined.
    And fans reckon Bayern have stitched up their rivals again by landing another top prospect.
    One said: “Another signing for Bayern? Seriously, they’re just collecting talents like trading cards now, it’s getting ridiculous.”
    Another declared: “The next big thing in football.”
    One noted: “Just signed a £100m+ talent for £3m. Sensational for Australian football.”
    Another added: “He will be the next Kylian Mbappe.” More

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    Harry Kane continues stunning Bayern start with two goals vs Galatasaray as Germans move into Champions League knockouts

    UNSTOPPABLE Harry Kane showed why he is the best striker in Europe as he sent Bayern Munich into the Champions League last 16.Germany’s favourite Englishman has an astonishing 19 goals in 15 club matches thanks to a superb six-minute brace that broke the hearts of Galatasaray.
    Harry Kane showed why he is the best striker in Europe as he sent Bayern Munich into the Champions League last 16Credit: Getty
    The first was a header from a Joshua Kimmich free-kick that was initially deemed to be offside by an assistant referee – until that on-field decision was overruled by the VAR technician.
    Then the ex-Tottenham talisman, 30, cemented Munich’s position at the top of Group A with a composed tap-in on 86 minutes from substitute Mathys Tel’s low cross.
    That is now 25 Champions League goals in his stellar career and continued his hot streak since moving from North London to Bavaria.
    Yet had it not been for those two goals, this would have gone down as a frustrating evening’s work for Kane, who had an early shot saved by Galatasaray goalkeeper Fernando Muslera.
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    And on 53 minutes, Kane’s effort at full stretch – following a delightful cross by Kingsley Coman that was headed on by midfielder Leon Goretzka – bounced off a post.
    Galatasaray had their chances and were frustrated that former Arsenal star Lucas Torreira’s ‘goal’ was chalked off with Argentine forward Mauro Icardi deemed to be offside.
    They did score in the third minute of stoppage time through Cedric Bakambu but it was all too little too late.
    The only Englishmen to have scored more than Harry Kane’s 25 Champions League goals are Wayne Rooney on 30 and Raheem Sterling on 27.
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    Kane said: “It was a tough game. We expected another tough game. The away leg was very similar.
    “I thought we controlled the game better this time. Especially in the first half.
    “We got into the final third in transition but we just lacked the final pass or final finish. We knew in the second half we just had keep that momentum.
    “There’s always a lot that goes into the transfer, on and off the field.
    “So of course there’s always a bit more pressure and expectation but I’ve been delighted with the start obviously.
    “It’s down to the team, too. The team are playing really well and I’ve got amazing players around me to set me up and give me chances.”
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