Bayern's Stand Firm: Leroy Sané and the New Agent Drama
Bayern Munich delivers unambiguous statement to Leroy Sane
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link It seems Leroy Sané's future at FC Bayern is up in the air. His sudden change of agents, "Shark" Pini Zahavi, has Bayern's brass drawing a firm line in the sand.
Previously on the brink of renewing Sané's contract that expires in the summer, Bayern's sports director Max Eberl admits, "We'd love to have Leroy on our team, but we've got our limits." This statement came after Sané opted for Zahavi, known for his aggressive negotiation tactics.
Remember, Sané was eyeing a reduced salary for a proposed three-year extension, with an annual salary of €10 million, a substantial drop from his current wage.[2] With Zahavi, fresh demands have appeared, including a hefty signing-on fee, like the €20 million Alphonso Davies received for his contract extension.[1]
The Eberl Response: No Hard Feelings
Bayern's leadership was taken aback by Sané's late-stage change of agents, yet Eberl maintained a cordial tone, "We've no animosity towards Leroy. If he feels he needs to make this choice, that's his prerogative." Every footballer has the right to select their representation, after all.
Eberl reassured that the club boasts great relations with both agencies, the old one and Sané's new team. He refrained from commenting on whether Sané's choice signaled a desire to leave Munich.[2]
Coach Vincent Kompany already provided the player with a rundown of the team's strategy for the upcoming season during a "friendly conversation." Kompany understood the player needed time to weigh his options, as this decision carries significant career implications. He also expressed empathy for the club's perspective.
Eberl's Defiant Response on Florian Wirtz
When asked about speculations of Florian Wirtz's potential transfer from Leverkusen, Eberl stayed tight-lipped, dismissing the rumors as old news. He simply stated, "We'll do our thing, consider possibilities, and execute what's achievable. Then we'll see how our team shapes up for the Club World Cup and the new season."[3]
- FC Bayern Munich
- Leroy Sané
- Max Eberl
- Florian Wirtz
Interesting Fact:
Pini Zahavi, also known as "The Shark," is notorious for his aggressive negotiation tactics. He played a significant role in the high-profile transfers of players like Gareth Bale, Neymar, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.[4]
Sources:
[1] ntv.de, tno/dpa/sid
[2] kicker.de
[3] sports-intelligence.com
[4] transfermarkt.com
Related Topics:
- Bavarian Football
- Football Bundesliga
- Football Contract Negotiations
- Leroy Sané
- Pini Zahavi
- Florian Wirtz
- Sports Management
- Football Transfers
- football-statistics
- The Commission, in light of the ongoing negotiations with FC Bayern Munich, has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment in the subjunctive mood.
- Should Leroy Sané decide to move to Barcelona, he might find himself caught up in the bustling sports scene, particularly in football, just as he did in Munich.
- Despite the heated negotiations surrounding Leroy Sané's contract, fans can still catch a glimpse of his outstanding football skills when Bayern takes on their rivals, with the matches streamed on WhatsApp for international audiences.
- In a more relaxed atmosphere, Leroy Sané might find common ground with the team's coach, Vincent Kompany, over a game of sané or any other popular sports game they share an interest in.
