FC Bayern is already working intensively on squad planning for the upcoming transfer windows. Club officials continue to see a need for action, particularly on the left wing. Behind Luis Díaz, the plan is to develop a young talent who can grow into a key player over the long term. A specific candidate has apparently already been identified: Oskar Pietuszewski of FC Porto.
As reported by the tz, the Munich club has a clear plan for filling the left wing position. Instead of signing another established top star, the goal is to bring in a young player with development potential who will initially be groomed behind Díaz and gradually take on more responsibility.
The development of Lennart Karl apparently serves as a model here. The 18-year-old was used last season as an alternative to Michael Olise and has since become an important part of Bayern’s offense. Club officials now have a similar model in mind for the left flank as well.
Eberl and Freund are thrilled with Porto’s gem
According to information from the tz, Oskar Pietuszewski fits this profile perfectly. The 18-year-old Polish national team player is under contract with FC Porto and is said to have made an excellent impression on Bayern’s management.
According to the report, sporting director Max Eberl and director of sports Christoph Freund are particularly impressed by the youngster’s qualities.
Pietuszewski stands out above all for his versatility. The Polish player can not only play on the left wing but also on the right wing and behind the center forward.
This flexibility makes him particularly interesting to the Munich club. After all, head coach Vincent Kompany relies on offensive players who can play in different positions.
However, a potential signing is likely to be anything but cheap.
Pietuszewski has a long-term contract with FC Porto that runs through 2031. According to consistent media reports, the contract includes a release clause of 60 million euros. His current market value is estimated at 25 million euros.
It remains to be seen whether Bayern would be willing to invest such a large sum in a player initially intended as a backup.
Bayern wants to repeat the Karl model
Recent weeks have made it clear why the Munich club wants to broaden its offensive options.
Following Luis Díaz’s muscle injury, the German record champions lacked a traditional alternative on the left wing.
In the meantime, Alphonso Davies had to step in on the offensive wing. Lennart Karl and Jamal Musiala can also be deployed there in principle, but they feel more comfortable in other positions.
With Pietuszewski, Bayern could fill this gap in the long term without having to immediately assign the young Pole the role of a starter.
The 18-year-old could initially develop as a backup to Díaz while gaining valuable playing time.
The example of Lennart Karl shows that this approach can work. The attacking player has quickly evolved from a promising young talent into a serious option for the first team.
Most recently, Karl scored his fifth Champions League goal in the 2-0 victory over Atlético Madrid and was subsequently called up to the German national team by head coach Jürgen Klopp.
Whether Pietuszewski will actually follow the same path at FC Bayern remains unclear at this time. No concrete negotiations or official offer have been reported so far.
One thing is certain, however: The Munich club wants not only to strengthen its offense in the short term but also to specifically develop young players for the future. Pietuszewski appears to be high on their wish list.