Now it's ending with Everton. Gonna be interesting to see how he contributes to their efforts this season. I think he still has enough in him to give them some good performances.
Douglas Costa will finally be sent to Juve this week, according to Branchini, who's negotiating between the two clubs. Apparently a two year loan followed by an obligation to buy Costa for 30mil+ afterwards, so the total package is roughly 40mil. Good ish, maybe this opens up another player transfer for Bayern.
Important parts of today's press conference with Rummenigge: 1) Costa negotiations are advanced, Juve only needs to agree to Bayern's transfer fee now. 2) Was asked about James Rodriguez (pretty legit Colombian reporter said Bayern will make an offer today). Rummenigge smirked and said he can't openly talk about every rumor, as it would make negotiations more difficult and also drive up transfer fees. To me definitely sounded like the rumor is true. Relevant part of PC: 3) Gnabry and agents want a 1yr loan, Bayern will consider all options and discuss things after possibly making other transfers. 4) Sanches will maybe also go on a 1yr loan, as he needs consistent playing time and both parties haven't been satisfied with the 2nd half of last season. 5)1860 will likely leave the Allianz Arena, paperwork has been done and is only missing their final signature.
- Costa was fantastic in his first months with Bayern. No idea what happened since then, but if someone is willing to pay €40M - farewell! - James Rodriguez might be the right choice to add depth to our offense. Not 100% sure but I guess he could also take Lewandowski's spot in case of injury/rest. - Gnabry is not there yet and loan for at least one year necessary. I would pick Costa over Gnabry in any relevant match right now. If both are not on our squad for the upcoming season, we need an additional offensive player. - Sanches needs to go on a loan deal as well, but within Germany. We have never had success to rent players to Schalke, Hoffenheim or Stuttgart are better fits. - Finally getting rid of these blue parasites. Looking forward to new red seats in the Arena.
...all the while lfc is having to fight tooth and nail for a mediocre southampton chap. settled for a young chelsea reject. what a time to be alive.
Updates: Gnabry on loan to Hoffenheim a done deal, according to German media. Bayern and James in very advanced talks, according to several outlets. Some Colombian sources even saying Real already accepted Bayern's offer. Costa undergoing a medical for Juve tomorrow, according to Italian media.
I heard Liverpool is in advanced trade talks for Melo, but there's only one ball on the pitch and I don't know wwhether it would work.
James official! 2yr loan (15mil total salary) plus buying option (38mil). Insane deal, bet English teams were willing to pay much more, great thing we have Carlo.
Total steal. He is also briefly featured in my favorite Youtube video of all time. Oh the memories...
SportBILD saying 10mi salary plus 35.2mil option, even more insane. 45.2mil for a top tier player, while EPL teams dish out 50mil+ for random scrubs.
Costa to Juve on a 1yr loan (6mil) plus obligation to buy (40mil). Sold Costa, bought Rodriguez and apparently made a net profit. Tremendous negotiating.
I swear you Bayern fans better not get on here complaining about your team again this season! Once again they just move smoothly through the transfer window. Just smooth operators. Chelsea,Liverpool, Arsenal, City and United fans just looking on as Bayern get things done with little fuss. Premier League SMH!
Glad I was right. I mentioned that self-proclaimed Bayern insider on Transfermarkt a while back, who two months ago said Sanchez&James would definitely join. Maybe he is indeed legit, although I somehow don't see us paying such a high sum and salary for Sanchez. But it's still kinda suspicious how right now we only have Coman, Ribery and Robben at the wings.
Rummenigge is extremely important in negotiations and friends with Perez, Italian brehs etc. Remember back when we sold Kroos, Rummenigge said how being on good terms is often more important than selling your player for a high price. You can definitely see it in our recent deals with Real and Juve, a lot of clubs wouldn't get those bargains or players easily.