Alphonso Davies was long considered unsellable at FC Bayern – but this image is beginning to crumble. Behind the scenes, there is growing uncertainty surrounding the Canadian international and, for the first time, a departure no longer seems to be a taboo subject
Although the left-back is still tied to the German record champions until 2030, those in charge at Säbener Straße are looking closely at his sporting future. The reason for this lies above all in one factor that is being increasingly criticized internally: the 25-year-old’s susceptibility to injury
After tearing his cruciate ligament in March 2005, Davies has fought his way back, but the path to his old form is proving more difficult than expected. He has been repeatedly slowed down by minor injuries and is currently out again with muscular problems
This development is particularly problematic for a player whose style of play relies heavily on pace, dynamism and explosiveness. FC Bayern are taking these physical setbacks very seriously – and are drawing initial conclusions for their long-term squad planning
Internally, there is a growing realization that even a top performer like Davies is no longer untouchable
Premier League shows concrete interest
At the same time, interest from abroad is increasing noticeably, with the Premier League in particular making concrete moves. As the TEAMtalk portal reports, Davies has already been actively offered to several top clubs
According to the report, Manchester United and Liverpool FC are particularly in focus. Initial talks are said to have already taken place with both clubs. Both clubs are specifically looking for reinforcements on the left side of defence this summer, but other heavyweights such as Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are also said to have been contacted
These developments show that the market for Davies is there – and it is top-class
Bayern remains open – but not active
Despite the increasing momentum, Bayern’s position is clearly defined. The club is not actively pushing the player to move, but has not put a categorical stop to it either
There is no concrete decision to sell, but internally the following applies: Should a financially attractive offer be received, those responsible would be prepared to seriously consider a transfer, as BILD claims to have learned
Especially in light of the recent injury history, such a move could make strategic sense
The situation surrounding Alphonso Davies is therefore more open than ever, with a mixture of sporting importance, physical question marks and growing interest from England that could bring movement to the personnel issue.