By extending the contracts of Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies, and Joshua Kimmich, Bayern has completed a major piece of business—its primary objective for this year. However, since each of these key players has increased their salary to over 20 million (including bonuses), and with several other players—Neuer, Muller, Sane, Gnabry, Coman, and Kane—earning similar figures, it is no surprise that the Supervisory Board, led by Uli Hoeness and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, has ordered urgent cost-cutting measures. A few days ago, UEFA published a detailed financial report, which clearly shows that Bayern has one of the most expensive squads in the world. That is not surprising, given that Bayern is one of the most financially powerful clubs. However, it is important to remember that such financial strength has been made possible by a serious and responsible financial policy over the past three decades.Bayer Leverkusen remain confident Florian Wirtz will extend his contract at the club, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City. pic.twitter.com/etWt2pSzps— Transfer News (@TransfersLlVE) March 15, 2025 Now, in Germany—particularly among Bayern fans—the question arises: should the club remain loyal to its long-standing principles (Bayern has ended every year in profit for nearly three decades), stay within realistic limits, or make an exception and go into the red to create the conditions for signing one of Europe’s best players, Florian Wirtz? From a sporting perspective, there is no doubt. Wirtz is German, young, and a player with the potential to win a future Ballon d’Or. Some board members have publicly stated that Bayern must do everything possible to sign him, but the main question remains—what compromises or maneuvers will be necessary? According to Bild, such compromises are unavoidable if Bayern wants to acquire a player worth 150 million and they offer two possible scenarios that could bring the highly sought-after Flo to the six-time European champions.Bayern is still giving Leverkusen a chance for an exciting race!In the first scenario, Bayern could sell part of its shares, 75% of which are currently owned by the club. Three major German corporations—Adidas, Audi, and Allianz—each hold 8.33%, making up the remaining 25%. Adidas bought its share in 2002 for 77 million euros to help finance the construction of the Allianz Arena. Audi followed in 2009, investing 90 million, which was used to repay part of the stadium loan. In early 2014, insurance giant Allianz became the third shareholder, paying 110 million—funds that helped pay off the remaining stadium debt a full 16 years ahead of schedule. Bayern still has room to sell up to 24% of its shares under the famous 50+1 rule. However, it is highly unlikely that an investor from the Middle East would be considered.It’s finished now! Kimmich finally decidedThe second scenario involves Bayern taking on debt through traditional means. Bild suggests that “several tens of millions could be allocated from the 500 billion euros investment package of the future black-red government. Would Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Soder and SPD leader Lars Klingbeil, who sits on Bayern’s board, reject such a possibility?” Interestingly, Bild does not consider a third, more natural sporting scenario—raising the necessary funds by selling players. Why? Because neither Leon Goretzka, Kingsley Coman, nor Serge Gnabry—players Vincent Kompany would gladly offload—are willing to leave, knowing they would struggle to find similar salaries elsewhere in Europe. Additionally, none of their contracts expire before mid-2025. According to the latest reports, Bayer Leverkusen is doing everything possible to extend Wirtz’s contract to keep him until the summer of 2026. If a renewal happens, it is almost certain that the young attacking midfielder will have a release clause in the new deal.BUNDESLIGA – MATCHDAY 26FridaySt. Pauli – Hoffenheim 1-0 (0-0)/Weisshaupt 51/SaturdayAugsburg – Wolfsburg 1-0 (0-0)/Tietz 53/Mainz – Freiburg 2-2 (1-0)/Burkardt 34, Olsen 74 – Gregoritsch 58, Kubler 80/Union Berlin – Bayern 1-1 (0-0)/Hollerbach 84 – Sane 75/Werder – M’gladbach 2-4 (2-2)/Schmid 38, Silva 45+1 pen – Plea 7 pen, 28, 47, Kleindienst 81/RB Leipzig – Dortmund 2-0 (1-0)/Simons 17, Openda 48/Sunday17:30: (3.15) Bochum (3.45) Eintr.Frankfurt (2.25)19:30: (2.05) Heidenheim (3.60) Holstein Kiel (3.80)21:30: (3.10) Stuttgart (3.55) Leverkusen (2.35)***odds are subject to change***
