FC Bayern’s planning for the summer is already in full swing, with a solution apparently already in sight for the period after Leon Goretzka’s departure
There could be a change in FC Bayern’s midfield this summer. Following the imminent departure of Leon Goretzka, those responsible are apparently planning with a talent from their own ranks
According to Sky, Noel Aseko is currently regarded as a top internal candidate for the vacant spot in Bayern’s midfield. The Germany U21 international is currently on loan to Hannover 96, where he is impressing with strong performances in the Bundesliga 2
Munich are therefore considering bringing the 20-year-old back to Säbener Straße in the summer
Aseko is currently gaining important match practice at Hannover 96 and is continuing to develop there. FC Bayern believes the midfielder has the potential to take on a role in the professional squad
If no additional midfielder is signed in the summer, Aseko is considered the most likely candidate to take Goretzka’s place in the squad, according to the report
In Vincent Kompany’s team, he could take on the role of fourth central midfielder behind Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic and Tom Bischof
Kompany has a positive impression of Aseko
The 20-year-old is regarded as a classic box-to-box player, but can also be deployed at right-back, giving him a flexibility that is particularly appreciated by coach Vincent Kompany
According to Sky, a hybrid role in the squad would therefore be conceivable – similar to the one currently occupied by Tom Bischof at FC Bayern
Kompany already knows the youngster from joint training sessions with the professionals and is said to have a positive impression of him internally. The club is even saying that Aseko might have been given Bundesliga minutes earlier if not for several injuries
Another advantage from Munich’s point of view: Although Hannover have an option to buy, the decision ultimately lies with FC Bayern. The record champions have a buy-back clause
Bayern could take Aseko back in the summer for around €2.5 million, which would be a comparatively inexpensive solution, especially in light of the current cost-cutting policy in the squad – the salary structure should remain as stable as possible.