FC Bayern are looking for a new player for the offensive line. Ismael Saibari seems to be the new top candidate and that comes as a bit of a surprise. What role does coach Vincent Kompany play in the possible transfer?
According to consistent media reports, Saibari is currently the player FC Bayern are prioritizing. The PSV Eindhoven attacking star will not come cheap, but Bayern are prepared to invest money
And Vincent Kompany, the coach of the record champions, is said to have already approved both the player and the profile that Saibari brings with him
Kompany already spoke about Saibari months ago
It is interesting to note that FC Bayern were able to convince themselves of the Moroccan’s qualities during the course of the season. Saibari was a constant source of trouble during FCB’s game away at PSV, overcoming Jonas Urbig with an absolute dream goal. That could well have left an impression
And something else stands out when you look back. Kompany also spoke about Saibari around this game and praised the young attacking star. At the time, he was asked during the game whether Saibari was someone who could make it to one of the bigger clubs in Europe
„Yes, he’s definitely on the right track. He defended a lot for his team today. He has power, strength and can make the decisive impact, decide the game. And he’s already done that a few times for his team,“ Kompany explained at the time
He continued: „So he has that special goal-scoring ability. He’s now in exactly the right place where you can simply take that step.“
Will the next step be at FC Bayern? That will be decided in the coming days, perhaps weeks. In any case, Kompany is clearly a fan of the player and has had him on his radar for some time
In the end, that could also be an advantage when it comes to convincing and signing him.