Saibari deal progressing fast after Bayern raise bid
Bayern have upped their offer for PSV Eindhoven midfielder Ismael Saibari to €53 million including bonuses, and the deal is nearing completion. Personal terms are already agreed until 2030 (4). PSV are targeting "just over" €53 million total, which would make Saibari their record sale (7).
New talks are now scheduled to finalize the remaining details after an earlier stalemate was broken (4). The opening bid was north of €50 million (1), and the second offer brought the clubs close to an agreement (3).
Brown deal agreed with Frankfurt for €65 million
Bayern have reached an agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt for left-back Nathaniel Brown. The fee: €65 million (6). The club appears to have beaten Arsenal to the full-back's signature, strengthening a position that needed attention.
Muller open to Bayern return after playing days
Thomas Muller says he doesn't rule out a future return to Bayern in a management or leadership role once his playing career ends. "In the long term, I don't rule anything out," Muller said (5). The club legend is currently with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Kane's false nine role under the microscope
A tactical deep-dive from BBC Sport examines how Harry Kane can function as England's free-scoring false nine after his best season yet at Bayern (2). With the World Cup approaching, Kane's unique dropping-and-finishing style is drawing attention.
Fan reactions
The Saibari pursuit has split opinion on the Bayern subreddit. Some fans question the logic, arguing the squad already has three players in the attacking midfield slot and needs a left winger and right-back instead. Others are waiting to see how the Moroccan fits before passing judgment.