FC Bayern could lose out in the race for one of Europe’s most exciting attacking talents. According to media reports, FC Barcelona currently have a clear lead in the race for Ajay Tavares – thanks in part to Hansi Flick
The transfer market for top talents is becoming ever earlier and ever more competitive, as the example of Ajay Tavares shows. The 16-year-old Norwich City attacker is regarded as one of the greatest promises of his age in England. According to the Daily Mail, Hansi Flick and FC Barcelona are on the verge of winning the bidding for the youngster. That would be a setback for FC Bayern, who are also said to have been keeping a close eye on the England youth international
Bayern, BVB and Leipzig interested
According to the Daily Mail, FC Bayern, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are among the clubs who have taken an early interest in Tavares. The winger is already training regularly with the professionals at Norwich, but has so far only played for the U18s. Despite this, many observers believe he could have a great career, with the first comparisons with Barcelona’s exceptional talent Lamine Yamal already doing the rounds
It is precisely profiles like this that fit perfectly into Bayern’s target profile, who have increasingly focused on young players with development potential in recent years. It would be all the more bitter from Munich’s point of view if they were to come away empty-handed in this case – especially as the trail to Spain has clearly firmed up, according to reports
Flick convinces with clear perspective
Hansi Flick is said to be a decisive factor in the poker game for Tavares. The former Bayern coach has apparently outlined a clear career plan for the attacking jewel. This initially envisages a move to Barcelona’s legendary youth academy La Masia before Tavares is gradually introduced to the professional squad. According to the Daily Mail, there is great optimism in Barcelona that the deal can be concluded in the near future
For FC Bayern, this would not only be a damper in sporting terms, but also symbolically. The transfer has not yet been finalized, but the signs are currently clearly pointing to Barcelona
It remains to be seen whether the Munich club will make another move or bow out of the race early, but one thing is clear: the international battle for the biggest talents is getting tougher – and not every poker game can be won.
