At FC Bayern, young talents are set to get another chance to make a name for themselves in the upcoming season. This approach worked quite well last season. For this reason, the record champions will also extend Arijon Ibrahimovic’s contract.
Both Transfermarkt and Sky have now reported this in unison . According to these reports, the youngster—who was on loan to 1. FC Heidenheim last season—is set to sign a contract running through the summer of 2028.
In Heidenheim, Ibrahimovic gained valuable experience and at times played at a very high level. Inquiries from other clubs were not prioritized recently; among others, Werder Bremen was in the running for the player.
This is Bayern’s plan for Ibrahimovic
Vincent Kompany, in particular, is said to have played a major role in Ibrahimovic’s decision. The FC Bayern coach was impressed by the player’s development at Heidenheim.
The contract extension is expected to be made official shortly. The question now is exactly how FC Bayern plans to utilize the player.
In general, Kompany is said to particularly value the attacking player’s versatility. Ibrahimovic can play both in the center and on the wing, making an impact in either position. Given that the FCB roster isn’t extremely deep and the team has a heavy schedule, this will also mean that Ibrahimovic can see regular playing time.
That is exactly what FC Bayern sees in him: a reliable, versatile backup for the entire offense. He can ensure that players like Luis Diaz get a chance to rest.
Meanwhile, the decision to extend his contract by just one more year is also a calculated move. Ibrahimovic himself wants to first find out just how good his chances of regular playing time really are. But he now definitely has the chance to prove himself at the highest level.