Bayern Munich has swiftly reclaimed its throne in German football and is determined to use the upcoming summer to give new head coach Vincent Kompany a squad capable of challenging for the UEFA Champions League title. With a solid core already in place – Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, and Joshua Kimmich – the Bavarian giants have made Florian Wirtz their top transfer priority. The belief is that Wirtz, alongside the club’s established stars, could help restore Bayern to the summit of European football.Bayern’s ultimatum for Sane: take it or leave MunichWhile strengthening the squad is a priority, the Bayern board is also working behind the scenes to secure key contract extensions. During the season, deals were signed with Kimmich, Musiala, Alphonso Davies, and Manuel Neuer. Talks are ongoing with Dayot Upamecano, while winger Leroy Sane has had an offer for a new deal on the table for nearly a month.Sane’s current contract expires in 45 days. Initially, it seemed that an agreement was within reach. Bayern proposed a renewal with a reduced salary – a guaranteed €10 million plus performance-related bonuses of up to €5 million – down from his current fixed salary of €15 million plus €5 million in bonuses. Sane appeared open to the cut, but a recent twist has complicated matters.##NAJAVA_MECA_8931935##In a surprising move, Sane changed agents, hiring the high-profile Israeli representative Pini Zahavi.Zahavi reportedly demanded a revised package: a fixed salary of €12 million, €3 million in bonuses, and a €5 million signing bonus – paid directly to Sane upon signing. True to their pragmatic and disciplined financial philosophy, Bayern rejected the proposal, and the extension through 2028 remains unsigned.Bayern’s stance was made clear by sporting director Max Eberl, who stated:”Leroy and his representatives know exactly what we want and under what conditions. We hope he agrees to them.”Seven question marks in MunichIn other words, Bayern has drawn a line in the sand. The club has no intention of sweetening the deal, even if it means parting ways with a long-serving player coming off a lukewarm season. Sane scored 13 goals and provided six assists in 44 appearances, with most of his contributions coming in the Bundesliga. In the Champions League, he found the net just once in 13 matches.The club is banking on Sane’s public statements that he wants to stay in Munich. However, in football – as in life – words can be fleeting. According to some German media outlets, Sane has been given a final deadline to respond to Bayern’s “take-it-or-leave-it” offer. That claim, however, should be taken with a grain of salt.##NAJAVA_MECA_8931824##Regardless, the Bavarians have made their position clear. The bigger question may be whether Sane still fits into a squad aiming to conquer Europe. He has often struggled with focus and consistency – qualities crucial for Champions League success – despite his undeniable talent and skill.Sane wouldn’t be leveraging his position if there weren’t real interest elsewhere. Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, are reportedly keeping a close eye on the situation.BUNDESLIGA – FINAL MATCHDAYSaturday 16.30: (2.15) Augsburg (3.60) Union Berlin (3.50)16.30: (1.07) Dortmund (13.0) Holstein Kiel (25.0)16.30: (2.40) Freiburg (3.50) Eintr.Frankfurt (2.85)16.30: (2.30) Heidenheim (3.60) Werder (2.95)16.30: (5.35) Hoffenheim (5.25) Bayern (1.53)16.30: (2.25) M’ gladbach (4.00) Wolfsburg (2.90)16.30: (2.20) Mainz (3.50) Leverkusen (3.15)16.30: (2.05) RB Leipzig (4.10) Stuttgart (3.15)16.30: (1.65) St.Pauli (3.80) Bochum (5.40)***odds are subject to change***
