Bayern Munich completed their third signing of the summer on Thursday. Joao Palhinha finally completed a move to Bayern after intense speculation over the last 12 months. Die Roten still want to sign more players, but they have a lot of work to do regarding departures.
It is pretty evident which players Bayern want to sell this summer. However, there was a surprising development regarding the future of one player who was certain to stay in Munich next season. According to TZ, Bayern are open to considering a sale of Leroy Sane this summer. The German winger has one year left on his contract.
Several factors are forcing Bayern to contemplate the sale of Sane. There was discontent at the club regarding Sane’s participation at the Euros despite suffering from a pubic bone injury. Sane’s injury returned against Spain last week. The German winger has undergone surgery to repair the issue, but he is expected to be fit for the pre-season tour.
The signing of Michael Olise is also influencing Die Roten’s change of opinion about Sane. The German winger’s contract expires next summer, so this transfer window is the last opportunity for Bayern to get a sizeable fee for him.
Bayern will sit down with Sane in the coming weeks to get clarity over his future. Sane is content with life in Munich. He is open to signing a contract. However, the financials of the new deal will be a stumbling block for all parties.
Die Roten are looking to trim their wage bill. Sane is one of the highest earners in the squad. Since the next contract will potentially be Sane’s last big payday, he will aim to get the best possible wage package from Bayern. If all parties can find a middle ground, a contract extension is still the most likely scenario for Sane.
Bayern are also open to listening offers for Kingsley Coman and Serge Gnabry. The French winger is open to the idea of leaving Munich, but Gnabry is determined to stay at Die Roten. If Bayern ends up selling all three senior wingers, they may need a couple of signings to replace them. Xavi Simons from PSG could be one of these replacements. The Bavarian club is holding talks with PSG to sign Simons on loan.
Despite the injury concerns, Sane will have several suitors this summer if Bayern decide to cash in. The next few weeks are crucial regarding a final decision on Sane’s future in Munich.