FC Bayern are set to make numerous personnel changes this summer. While some departures have already been announced, a surprising development involving Raphael Guerreiro is causing a stir. The Portuguese could possibly end his career completely
It has been clear for some time that Guerreiro will leave the German record champions at the end of the season. Following his free transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Munich, the versatile defensive player’s FC Bayern chapter has now also come to an end without a transfer fee
In recent weeks, Guerreiro has been heavily linked with a return to Portugal, with Benfica Lisbon and Sporting CP in particular considered to be interested
At times, there was even talk of a direct transfer duel between the two Portuguese top clubs
However, the situation is apparently much more open than previously assumed
Guerreiro is apparently thinking about ending his career
As reported by tz, the 32-year-old is currently even said to be keeping the option of ending his career completely open
According to the report, there are apparently no real concrete negotiations with a new club at the moment
The cup final against VfB Stuttgart on Saturday could therefore not only be his last game for FC Bayern – but possibly even the last game of his entire professional career
Guerreiro’s numerous injuries over the past few years are said to be the main reason behind these thoughts, as he was repeatedly thwarted by physical setbacks during his career and had to fight his way back several times
This constant strain is said to have left its mark both physically and mentally
No final decision made yet
However, it is also clear that a final decision has not yet been made. The Portuguese is apparently deliberately taking his time to assess his future in peace
As an unsigned player, Guerreiro would also be independent of transfer deadlines and could sign for a new club at any time
Despite his injury history, the Portuguese is still considered an extremely interesting player on the market, with his enormous flexibility in particular making him attractive to many clubs
Guerreiro can play on both flanks as well as in central midfield and brings enormous international experience with him
Whether his career will come to a surprising end or a new chapter will follow is likely to be decided in the coming weeks.