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      Eric Dier ‘to sign for Bayern Munich as permanent transfer option triggered after just six appearances’

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      ERIC DIER is set to sign for Bayern Munich permanently, according to reports. Dier, 30, has been with the German champions on loan from Tottenham since January.Eric Dier is set to sign for Bayern Munich on a permanent basisCredit: GettyThe original deal was due to run until the end of the season with a further option for 12 months.However, according to The Athletic, Dier has now met the contractual obligations to turn the move into a permanent transfer.Bayern are believed to have paid Spurs £3.5million for the loan deal.It means they will effectively sign the former England international as a free agent.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLClub chiefs are said to be pleased with Dier’s contribution and leadership skills since joining them.Dier has so far played six Bundesliga games, helping them to one clean sheet.It means Dier will remain with Harry Kane in the quest to lift the German league title.Bayern currently sit eight points behind Xabi Alonso’s record-breaking league leaders Bayer Leverkusen.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAlonso is said to be on Bayern’s list of candidates to take over in the summer after it was announced Thomas Tuchel would step down at the end of the season.Tuchel’s team will face Freiburg tomorrow before facing Lazio in the second leg of the Champions League last 16.Dier has played just six games for the Bundesliga outfitFans reckon Eric Dier has ‘gone full Steve McClaren’ as ex-Tottenham ace reveals German twang after Bayern Munich debut More

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      Germany international has £150k watch stolen by street performer’s ‘nasty dance trick’.. but team-mate tracks down crook

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      GERMANY striker Kevin Volland had his £150,000 watch stolen by a street performer – before his team-mate tracked down the culprit.Volland, 31, was enjoying a night out in Berlin with team-mate Jerome Roussillon when the incident occurred a fortnight ago.
      Kevin Volland’s watch was stolen while he was on a night outCredit: Getty
      The duo and two women were out celebrating Union Berlin’s 1-0 win over Hoffenheim.
      However, at 3am a 16-year-old approached Volland and followed him before breaking into dance.
      According to German outlet Bild, he then took the watch from Volland while the striker was distracted.
      Roussillon subsequently ran after the perpetrator and caught him before retrieving the watch.
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      Volland was sent off during Union Berlin’s win over Hoffenheim after picking up a second yellow card.
      However, the visitors went on to win thanks to a crucial goal from Leeds loanee Brenden Aaronson.
      Union Berlin currently sit 14th in the Bundesliga table with 25 points from 23 games.
      Volland joined the club from Monaco last summer and has since scored three goals and provided four assists in 22 appearances.
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      The striker has also played for 1860 Munich, Hoffenheim and Bayer Leverkusen.
      Volland made his senior Germany debut in 2014 and has since been capped 15 times.
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      Thomas Tuchel’s bitter nine-word blast to Bayern Munich flops leaked after his exit was revealed

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      THOMAS TUCHEL launched a bitter nine-word blast to his Bayern Munich stars after it was confirmed he will leave at the end of the season.The German took charge less than a year ago but his Bayern stint has not gone to plan.
      Thomas Tuchel aimed a veiled dig at his Bayern Munich starsCredit: EPA
      Despite the addition of Harry Kane Bayern’s chances of winning the Bundesliga look slim, with Lazio also beating them 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.
      Last week Bayern announced Tuchel will leave at the end of the season, leading the former Chelsea boss to aim a sly dig at some of his players.
      From his comment it appears Tuchel feels some of his best players did not perform to their ability.
      He is reported to have told his squad: “Everyone can show up for the new coach now.”
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      However Tuchel also remained upbeat as his side have plenty to play for, despite their shock DfB Pokal Cup defeat to Saarbrucken in November.
      Bayern are eight points off league leaders Bayer Leverkusen and their second leg against Lazio is at home, making them favourites to win the tie.
      Tuchel added in his squad meeting: “There are no longer discussions every week, everyone knows about it.
      “We can still achieve something, we have to win.”
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      Bayern are on the search for Tuchel’s successor and have been heavily linked with a move for Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, who is also wanted by Liverpool.
      Brighton manager Robert De Zerbi is another option but the German outfit will reportedly have to pay his £12.8m release clause.
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      Xabi Alonso ‘not interested in Bayern Munich, Liverpool or Real Madrid’ as World Cup winner predicts next move

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      XABI ALONSO is going to snub Liverpool, Bayern Munich AND Real Madrid – according to Germany legend Lothar Matthaus.Former Bayern star Matthaus would love Alonso to be the next boss of his old team, but reckons the Spaniard will spurn interest from a number of big clubs to stay for at least one more year at Bayer Leverkusen.
      Bayern Munich and Germany legend Lothar Matthaus believes Xabi Alonso is going nowhere this summerCredit: Getty
      Matthaus said: “His dream may be to one day coach Bayern, Liverpool or Real Madrid. But, in my opinion, he is not done at Leverkusen yet.
      “Xabi is not someone who gets carried away by big names, he has celebrated too many successes as a player for that. 
      “He, in addition, is not going to be guided by the economic aspect. What matters to him is what he has built and who he has built it with. 
      “He knows where he comes from and what he owes to others. That’s why I don’t think he’s going to sign for another club next season.”
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      Former Kop idol Alonso is believed to be Liverpool’s top choice to replace Jurgen Klopp when the German leaves Anfield at the end of the season.
      But another of the Spaniard’s former clubs, Bayern, are also in the market for a new head coach after confirming that Thomas Tuchel would be on his way this summer.
      And Real Madrid, another club that Alonso graced as one of the most stylish midfielders of his generation, have also been linked with him.
      Matthaus, who won seven Bundesliga titles with Bayern and the 1990 World Cup with West Germany, knows exactly where he would like Alonso to pitch up next.
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      Matthaus, 62, now a Sky Germany pundit, said: “As for the search for Tuchel’s successor, I would first like to say one thing: Xabi Alonso has to top Bayern’s list because of his resume, his authority and his successful work at Leverkusen. 
      “I can’t think of any coach in Europe or the world who fits Bayern Munich better than Xabi Alonso.
      Xabi Alonso and De Zerbi are two names who could replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool in the summer
      “But Alonso is focused on Bayer Leverkusen and I think that is good. Xabi Alonso is not yet interested in Bayern Munich, nor in Liverpool or Real Madrid. 
      “He is only interested in winning three titles with Leverkusen in the next two and a half months.
      “The way he was a player, he is the same now as a coach.
      “He is true to his character. The stories that are unfolding now and in the coming weeks and months don’t matter to him. 
      “He has no pressure and can take things easy.” More

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      Liverpool star Andy Robertson ‘is Bayern Munich’s top transfer target to replace Real Madrid-bound Alphonso Davies’

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      LIVERPOOL star Andy Robertson is Bayern Munich’s top choice to replace Alphonso Davies, according to reports.The German giants are set to lose left-back Davies to Real Madrid this summer, with the Canadian having reached a “verbal agreement” with the LaLiga champions.
      Andrew Robertson helped Liverpool win the Carabao Cup last SundayCredit: Rex
      Bayern Munich are resigned to losing Alphonso DaviesCredit: Getty
      Bayern want to recruit a top-class replacement for the 23-year-old, with Robertson fitting the bill.
      According to the Mail, Bayern will try to tempt the Scot into a move.
      The Bundesliga champions recognise that it will be difficult to prise the 29-year-old away from Anfield.
      But they are determined to secure as high-quality a replacement for Davies as possible.
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      And they reckon that at this stage of his career, Robertson may be tempted by a new challenge.
      The Scotland captain joined Liverpool from Hull in an £8million deal in 2017.
      He has since appeared 282 times for the Reds, playing a key role in Premier League and Champions League wins, in addition to pocketing plenty of domestic medals.
      Robertson recently returned from a shoulder injury and started Sunday’s victorious Carabao Cup final.
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      The speedy left-back is also set to skipper his country at Euro 2024 this summer, with Scotland taking on Germany in the tournament’s opening game at Bayern’s Allianz Arena.
      The German side have looked to the Premier League in recent transfer windows.
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      They signed Harry Kane from Tottenham in a £104m swoop last August.
      While they secured a short-term deal for Eric Dier from Spurs in January.
      Despite the blockbuster acquisition of Kane, Bayern have endured a difficult season.
      They are currently second in the Bundesliga table with 11 games to go, trailing leaders Bayer Leverkusen by eight points.
      Kane and Co also find themselves on the brink of a round of 16 Champions League exit, having lost their first leg 1-0 to Lazio.
      Bayern have been eliminated from the DFB Pokal, and lost in the German Supercup on Kane’s debut.
      Boss Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that he will leave at the end of the season.
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      Should he accelerate his exit, former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could step in as interim.
      Liverpool target Xabi Alonso has been linked with taking the role in the summer, although the Reds want him to snub Bayern and replace Jurgen Klopp instead. More

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      Alphonso Davies ‘reaches verbal agreement’ on Bayern Munich transfer exit after ‘several meetings in recent weeks’

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      ALPHONSO DAVIES has allegedly reached a “verbal agreement” to leave Bayern Munich for Real Madrid.The versatile Canadian defender, 23, left Vancouver Whitecaps for the German side back in 2018.
      Real Madrid have allegedly agreed terms with Alphonso DaviesCredit: Getty
      Since then he has become one of the top stars at the club, helping them to win five straight Bundesliga titles plus the 2020 Champions League.
      However, his contract at Bayern expires in 2025 and he now looks set to leave them to join Madrid.
      The LaLiga leaders are on the lookout for a new left-back and are believed to have made Davies their top target.
      Now The Athletic have offered an update on the transfer chase.
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      They say talks have already taken place between Madrid’s chief scout Juni Calafat and director general Jose Angel Sanchez with the player’s representatives.
      And they claim that the duo have asked Davies not to extend his deal at Bayern.
      Several meetings have reportedly taken place already, including one in person earlier this month in Madrid.
      And they now claim that a verbal agreement has been reached for Davies to either join Madrid this summer or as a free agent next year.
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      Meanwhile, Marca have also revealed how much it would cost Madrid to sign him at the end of this season.
      They claim that Bayern have placed a £42.75m price tag on his head.
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      Ferland Mendy is currently Madrid’s first-choice left-back.
      The 28-year-old French international moved to the Bernabeu in 2019 from Lyon.
      He has made over 100 appearances for Los Blancos since then but he will also become a free agent in 2025 unless he agrees to an extension. More

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      Kane scores twice including last-gasp winner in front of Southgate as Bayern desperately try to keep up with Leverkusen

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      HARRY KANE won’t be the only Englishman who was pleased with his performance in the Allianz Arena.England gaffer Gareth Southgate watched on as he netted his 26th and 27th Bundesliga goals of the season against RB Leipzig.
      Harry Kane netted twice as Bayern Munich got a crucial three points in the BundesligaCredit: Getty
      Gareth Southgate was watching on from the crowdCredit: Sky Sports

      Southgate didn’t just see his Three Lions captain continue his Bavarian dominance, but watched Eric Dier get another 90 minutes in the tank too.
      The English duo played their part in a crucial 2-1 win over RB Leipzig.
      Bayern Munich are chasing down their title rivals Bayer Leverkusen who have shocked the footballing world with their stunning form this season.
      Tonight’s victory means that Bayern are able to close the gap to Xabi Alonso’s high-flying side down to eight points.
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      The Bavarians have been way off their usual standards this season and are fighting to stay in the title race and avoid giving up a 33rd Bundesliga title.
      While Leverkusen have been the surprise package in the German top flight with the Black and Reds unbeaten in their 23 league games this season.
      Bayern have already announced they will be parting ways with manager Thomas Tuchel at the end of the season after he has failed to maintain their near-perfect standards.
      But Kane is one man who isn’t giving up on earning himself the first piece of silverware in his goal flooded career.
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      The 30-year old has now scored an astonishing 31 goals in 30 appearances in all competitions for Bayern this season.
      Southgate will have always known that Kane is the first man on his teamsheet for the Euros in Germany this season with the superstar the national captain.
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      But his electric form this term will certainly be giving the waistcoat wearing boss a heap of confidence that England could do something very special this summer.
      Eric Dier on the other hand hasn’t been in the England squad since March of last year.
      But with the 30-year-old centre-back continuing to play consistent football for Bayern he could work his way into Southgate’s thinking this summer.
      Eric Dier has been playing more regular football at Bayern MunichCredit: Getty More

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      Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka scores incredible goal before pranking terrified boss Xabi Alonso with his celebration

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      GRANIT XHAKA pranked his own manager with a goal celebration as brilliant as his stunning strike.Xabi Alonso went from ecstasy to terror on the sideline as the former Arsenal midfielder lashed into the back of the net only to immediately grab his hamstring.
      Granit Xhaka scored a screamer for LeverkusenCredit: Sky Sports
      Xhaka gave boss Xabi Alonso a scare after the goal
      Alonso’s joy turned to fear on the touchlineCredit: Sky Sports
      Alonso couldn’t help but smile when he realised it was a prankCredit: Sky Sports

      But it turned out the Liverpool target was the only one not in on the joke as the Bundesliga leaders went 11 points clear of Bayern Munich with Friday’s 2-1 defeat of Mainz.
      Fans loved the comical caper after the Swiss star scored for the first time in 25 matches since quitting the Gunners for Alonso’s side.
      Xhaka went from hardman to funny man – despite the tension at the top of the German top flight as Leverkusen bid to dethrone Bayern.
      He’s certainly had a long time to plan something special for his first goal.
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      And his moment arrived after he skilfully shifted his body to thunder home a first-time left-footer from 25 yards in just the fourth minute.
      Xhaka wheeled away to rejoice – but quickly pulled up, clutching the back of his left leg and grimacing.
      Team-mates encircled the 31-year-old to salute his goal.
      And gradually Xhaka as well as wing-back Jeremie Frimpong turned the leg-holding into a celebration – as they danced off, lifting their knees in unison, while their colleagues grinned knowingly.
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      Xhaka held his hamstring and all his team-mates were in on itCredit: Rex
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      Ex-Liverpool midfield stylist Alonso was pictured on the Leverkusen bench with a worried expression that turned into a burst of laughter as looked on with his coaching team.
      One fan on social media responded: “I died laughing” while another wrote: “The reaction of the staff lol.”
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      Other viewers hailed Xhaka’s antics with comments like: “He faked his coach lol” and “Lol I thought he was going to twerk”.
      And one observer even compared the Leverkusen levity to other epic celebrations.
      He posted: “The video has everything to become iconic. The goal, celebration, the commentators who were fooled and Alonso who holds back the trainers.”
      But if Xhaka had the first laugh, Mainz keeper Robin Zentner was the victim of the last one – with a costly cock-up.
      Dominik Kohr had headed a shock leveller for the lowly visitors in only the eighth minute.
      And although Zentner produced a string of classy saves, he then fumbled in a Robert Andrich shot for Leverkusen’s winner midway trough the second half.
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      One fan labelled the German stopper a “Karius clone” – a hars reference to Lorius Karius, who gifted Real Madrid two goals in Liverpool’s 3-1 Champions League final defeat six years ago.
      Friday’s triumph means Leverkusen have now gone a club record 33 games unbeaten in all competitions. More