FC Bayern are continuing to work on their squad planning – but those responsible are setting clear financial limits for one player they want
FC Bayern’s plans for the summer continue to progress, and there could be changes at right-back in particular. The Munich club have had their eye on a promising candidate for some time now in the shape of Givairo Read from Feyenoord Rotterdam
However, a transfer is proving complicated – mainly due to financial considerations
As reported by BILD, those responsible at Säbener Straße are not prepared to pay more than 30 million euros for the Dutch right-back. Although they appreciate the 19-year-old’s potential, they consider the sum demanded to be too high for a player in this position
The record champions are thus sending out a clear signal in the transfer poker – and are remaining true to their recently emphasized policy of acting with discipline when it comes to transfer fees
Competition from England exacerbates the situation at Read
The situation is further complicated by new competition from the Premier League. According to the report, Manchester City have now also entered the race for Read
Should the English side’s interest drive the price up further, a move to Munich could become increasingly unlikely
Right side of defense remains a construction site
Irrespective of Read, the right side of defence remains an issue at FC Bayern. Sacha Boey’s future remains open, with many signs pointing to a permanent departure in the summer
With Read, the Munich club had their sights set on a young and development-capable solution that could be built up over the long term. Whether a transfer can be realized, however, depends largely on further price developments
One thing is clear: Bayern are keeping a close eye on the market – but will only make a concrete move if the financial conditions are right.