Football rumours: Bayern Munich rule out Leroy Sane exit

Nov 13, 2024 2 min read
Bayern Munich have said Leroy Sane will not be leaving (PA)
Bayern Munich have said Leroy Sane will not be leaving (PA)

What the papers say

Bayern Munich have reportedly ruled out a January exit for winger Leroy Sane, the Daily Mirror reports. Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United were reportedly interested in the German star, who has been struggling to pick up minutes under coach Vincent Kompany at the Allianz Arena in recent weeks.

Bayern Munich Press Conference – Emirates Stadium – Monday 8th April
Leroy Sane will not be leaving according to Bayern Munich (John Walton/PA)

Brighton technical director David Weir and his assistant Mike Cave have reportedly led an overhaul of the club’s recruiting department, including letting go of several scouts. The Daily Telegraph reports that others have been redeployed. Brighton’s planned restructure will reportedly take its recruiting headcount back up to near its previous level once completed.

Christopher Nkunku in action for Chelsea in the Europa League
Christopher Nkunku is attracting interest from Premier League rivals (Zac Goodwin/PA)

Manchester United could be plotting a shock move for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku. The Sun reports the 26-year-old is unhappy with his lack of game time at Chelsea, and Blues boss Enzo Maresca could be open to letting him leave.

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Players to watch

Jonathan David: The Canada striker has told interested clubs including Liverpool, Inter Milan and Juventus that he wants £5m a year to join them after his Lille contract expires next year, according to Tuttosport.

Jeremie Frimpong: Football Transfers reports Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is tossing up a move for the 23-year-old Bayer Leverkusen defender. Man City could also be interested in his Dutch team-mate Sepp van de Berg.

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