Chávez loan ends, Köln decline buy option

May 25, 2026

1. FC Köln will not activate the buy option for Bayern Munich loanee Felipe Chávez, according to Florian Plettenberg (1). The 19-year-old central midfielder will return to Bayern for now, bringing a quiet end to a loan spell that never really got going. Chávez barely featured during his time with Köln, so the decision frees up a squad spot without significantly affecting your midfield depth heading into next season.

Sources

1. bavarianfootballworks.com — Report: FC Köln will not trigger buy option for Bayern Munich loanee Felipe Chávez

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