If FC Bayern and Konrad Laimer had had their way, he would already be running for the German record champions. However, RB Leipzig rejected all Bayern offers and insisted on staying. However, both sides are sticking to the agreement between the club and the player: Laimer should come to Munich free of charge in 2023.
One of Julian Nagelsmann’s transfer goals last summer was to further strengthen defensive midfield. As a “pressing machine”, Laimer should be the perfect addition to Bayern’s central midfield, which is already strong and broad with Joshua Kimmich, Marcel Sabitzer, Ryan Gravenberch and Leon Goretzka.
Nagelsmann still knows Laimer very well and appreciates his qualities. However, the change did not come about because Leipzig insisted on staying and valued the sporting goals higher than the possible transfer fee.
According to reports, 30 million euros would have been necessary. However, Munich wanted to pay a maximum of 25 million euros. As a result, there was no deal – even if Laimer had been “ready” according to his own assessment.
However, this planned change is not over. On the contrary: As picture reporter Tobias Altschäffl reports in the “Bayern Insider” podcast, the agreement between the club and the player remains in place. If there is no unexpected turn of events, Laimer will move to Säbener Strasse on a free transfer next summer.
Leipzig knowingly forfeited the last opportunity to demand a transfer fee. Due to the expiring contract, it is only up to the midfielder himself to choose his next club.
Since Nagelsmann’s desire to bring in a defensive player has not changed so that Kimmich in particular can devote himself to more offensive tasks, the plan is still in place. No other problems are expected. Especially since FCB maintains a good relationship with the responsible consulting agency, which is also responsible for Sadio Mané.
This article was originally published on 90min.com/de as an agreement remains: FC Bayern wants Laimer 2023 to be published free of charge.
