In sporting terms, things are currently going almost perfectly at FC Bayern, but behind the scenes the planning for the coming summer transfer window is already in full swing. The clear motto: the squad is strong – but not unassailable
The current squad impresses with its stability, depth and quality. The mixture of experienced leaders and young talents in particular ensures a functioning structure. Sky expert Torben Hoffmann’s assessment is correspondingly positive. „I think the squad is relatively well balanced,“ Hoffmann clarifies in the Mia san vier podcast
At the same time, however, he urges caution, because in modern top-flight soccer, it is not enough to rest on your laurels: „I’m also very sure that Bayern won’t let anything go completely on the transfer market.“ It is particularly important to remain flexible: „Keeping your eyes and ears open is, I think, fundamentally important.“
This attitude reflects the strategic mindset at Säbener Straße. FCB wants to be prepared – even for unexpected developments such as injuries or departures
Full-backs and midfielders as the biggest construction sites
While Hoffmann praises the squad as a whole, the specific analysis quickly reveals where the shoe pinches, with two positions in particular coming into focus: full-back and defensive midfield. „I see a big bloodletting at full-back and in the number six position in particular,“ emphasizes transfer insider Florian Plettenberg
It is an open secret that Bayern are on the lookout for a new right-back and already have specific names in their sights
They are also keeping a close eye on the center of the pitch. Although the squad is strong with players such as Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic and Tom Bischof, adjustments could be necessary in the long term – especially if there is a shift in personnel. „Whether it will be a central midfielder or a full-back later on, I think they are deliberately keeping that open a little,“ said Hoffmann
No transfer revolution – but targeted reinforcements
Despite the identified needs, one thing is clear: a major upheaval is not imminent. Rather, it is about targeted interventions in a functioning structure. Bayern deliberately want to act selectively and not invest blindly. This is another reason why it is currently comparatively quiet around possible transfers. Plettenberg provides an explanation for this: „Bayern don’t necessarily have to do anything anywhere immediately.“
The decisive factor will also be who leaves the club in the summer. The list of transfer candidates is long, including current loan players such as Sacha Boey, Joao Palhinha, Daniel Peretz and Alexander Nübel