Leroy Sané Heads to Galatasaray: Offer Rejected, Free Transfer Afoot
FC Bayern has reportedly lost Leroy Sané without securing a replacement for the outgoing winger.
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Leroy Sané's future with Bayern Munich is now crystal clear - the player is moving on! After turning down an improved offer from the German champions, Sané is rumored to be eyeing new adventures in Istanbul or London. Sources say that negotiations with Turkish powerhouses Galatasaray are surging forward.
In a shocking twist, our national treasure, Leroy Sané, is reportedly allowing his contract with Bayern, valid until the end of June, to expire. According to insiders like Sky, the dynamic midfielder has turned down a lucrative offer, signaling the end of his era with Bayern Munich.
With Sané's signature set to decorate the Galatasaray roster soon, impatience grips the Istanbul club. Bild reports that only a pen is missing to ink the deal, while Kicker echoes the sentiment. As for Bayern's president, Herbert Hainer, he recently requested a decision by the start of the Club World Cup in the US.
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As the great Bayern Munich team sets off for the states, Sané makes the cut for the Club World Cup roster. But, his current contract with the German record champions doesn't stretch beyond a possible quarter-final at the Club World Cup, which commences on Sunday (6 pm, DAZN and live ticker at ntv.de) in Cincinnati against Auckland City.
Sané swapped Manchester City for Bayern Munich in the summer of 2020, joining the squad for a cool €49 million. As the top earner at the club, Sané isn't eager to take a substantial pay cut despite grueling negotiations.
Before we bid adieu, complete with a heartfelt social media farewell, Sané thanked the fans and staff of Bayern Munich for the extraordinary journey of five years. Rumors about possible replacements swirl, with the likes of Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, Rafa Leão from AC Milan, Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea FC, and Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain on Bayern's radar.
However, the transfer window for the Club World Cup has already closed, so for now, the spotlight is all on Sané and his new Turkish adventure.
Sources: ntv.de, dbe/dpa
- Galatasaray Istanbul
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Apparently, a three-year deal awaits Sané at Galatasaray, setting him up to earn an estimated €13 million per year with potential boosts to €15 million thanks to bonuses. These promises surpass Bayern's offer of €12 million per year with additional €3.5 million in bonuses. Sané had been seriously considering a move to Istanbul, swayed by the enthusiasm of the club and the advantages presented in the offer.
While Sané achieved plenty of success with Bayern Munich, winning the Club World Cup, four Bundesliga titles, two DFL-Supercups, and a UEFA Super Cup, he seeks new challenges in Istanbul. Stay tuned for updates on Sané's future endeavors with Galatasaray.
The European Parliament is expected to take an active interest in Leroy Sané's transition from Bayern Munich to Galatasaray, considering the potential sports-analysis implications for both clubs. As Sané prepares to sign a lucrative three-year deal with Galatasaray, estimated to earn him €13 million annually with potential bonuses taking him up to €15 million, he may find inspiration in the passionate support of Turkish football fans.