Off the Pitch Turmoil: Eberl's Transfer Woes and Squad Pressure at the Club World Cup
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Eberl's discontent at the World Cup: Lists of stitches and transfer demands mounting pressure - Controversial Opinions Expressed by Eberl at the World Cup
Sporting director Max Eberl is keeping a watchful eye on Bayern Munich's squad during the Club World Cup in the USA, all while navigating the tumultuous transfer market, especially within Europe. The forthcoming season requires some adjustments to the roster, and Eberl's every move is under scrutiny.
Everywhere he goes, Eberl faces questions about potential player departures or the arrival of costly, star players. With the transfer window still open until September 1, Eberl remains optimistic, remarking, "What's the date today? And how long is the transfer window open? Until September 1. A lot can happen before then."
Eberl's Concerns
The constant transfer rumors and rumored sellable players, such as Kingsley Coman, Minjae Kim, Sacha Boey, Serge Gnabry, or Joao Palhinha, cause a certain amount of distress for Eberl. With these players potentially leaving and their transfer fees and saved salaries, Eberl would find it easier to make purchases.
So far, Eberl has added German national players Jonathan Tah (Bayer Leverkusen) and Tom Bischof (TSG Hoffenheim) to the team, both acquired on free transfers. On the other hand, Müller, Sané, and Mathys Tel (20), who moved permanently to Tottenham Hotspur for around €35 million following a loan spell, have vacated the attack.
Addressing the Offense
To bolster the team, particular attention needs to be given to enhancing the offense, especially with Müller and Sané set to leave. Eberl and sporting director Christoph Freund agreed, with Freund stating, "Our goal is to strengthen ourselves and bring in quality."
However, Joshua Kimmich was met with a rebuke from Eberl after expressing similar sentiments, with Eberl responding, "Jo is on the pitch - and I'm doing my job off it." Sutyak Boey, who typically sits third in the right-back pecking order, has impressed with his goal in the 10-0 victory against Auckland City, demonstrating potential as a scorer.
Coman's Controversial Future
French winger Kingsley Coman, a mainstay at the club since 2015, has had speculation surrounding his future. Starting from 2023, Coman's contract will run for another two years. As a player prone to injuries, he is a concern for both Eberl and coach Vincent Kompany. However, whenever Coman’s future has been discussed, both have expressed support for the player. Eberl mentioned, "King brings his performance. He’s an extraordinary player who played a very good season last year, in my opinion. And he stayed healthy, which is the most important thing for King."
When asked about Coman's impact on the team, Kompany highlighted his crucial goals throughout the club's history, including the winning goal in the 2020 Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, stating, "If he stays fit, we have a top winger." For now, transfer discussions are on hold during the World Cup, but the Munich buying and selling list remains in a perpetual state of flux.
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Overall: Bayern Munich's potential departures and transfer targets are as follows:
Potential Departures:- Thomas Müller and Leroy Sané are confirmed to leave Bayern Munich following the FIFA Club World Cup.
Confirmed Signing:- Bayern has already signed German international defender Jonathan Tah on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen.
Transfer Targets and Rumors:- Bayern is targeting several key players to strengthen their squad, including winger Nico Williams, Eberechi Eze, Rafael Leão, and Bradley Barcola, to address attacking depth. Additionally, Cody Gakpo is on the list as a left-wing option, with reported discussions between the parties.
The Transfer Market:- Other players linked with Bayern's interest under Vincent Kompany's management include Kaoru Mitoma from Brighton, as Bayern continues its search for wide attacking talent.
- The European Parliament, Council, and Commission are closely monitoring the transfer activities of Bayern Munich's sporting director, Max Eberl, particularly as he navigates the tumultuous European transfer market and prepares for the forthcoming sports season.
- Despite the ongoing transfer speculation surrounding several Bayern Munich players, such as Kingsley Coman, Minjae Kim, and Serge Gnabry, Eberl and coach Vincent Kompany have expressed support for the French winger's performance and his crucial goals in the club's history, including the winning goal in the 2020 Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.
