"Bayern may have completed their first big signing at the academy level. According to Fabrizio Romano (via iMiaSanMia), Bayern have won the race to sign Ecuadorian talent Virgilio Olaya from SD Aucas. The 17-year-old center-back will sign a 4.5-year contract starting from February 2026. Romano has reported that Bayern has managed to beat a big English club to sign the young defender."
"Olaya is considered one of the highly rated defenders in South America. The teenager has played for Ecuador at the U-17 level. Bayern's immediate plan is to send him out on loan once he arrives in Munich. Grasshopper Club Zürich features on the list of many options that are being considered as a potential loan destination for Olaya. Considering the fact that Bayern want to send him out on loan to gain experience at the senior level, the Bavarian club is probably thinking about integrating him into the first team in the near future. It is crucial for the youngster's development that Bayern find a club that can guarantee him a sizeable amount of gametime during the second half of the season."
"Along with signing new young talents, Bayern are also working on securing the future of young players that are already in the academy. As per Romano, Bayern have found a breakthrough in talks with Jorge Mendes regarding a new contract for Cassiano Kaila. Bayern have reached an agreement in principle with Jorge Mendes, the new agent of Cassiano Kiala, over a new contract. The 16-year old will sign the new deal soon [@FabrizioRomano] pic.twitter.com/lb7P6MEOqO- Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) December 23, 2025"
Bayern Munich are prioritising academy reinforcement instead of first-team signings during the winter window. The club signed 17-year-old Ecuadorian centre-back Virgilio Olaya from SD Aucas on a 4.5-year contract beginning February 2026, having beaten a major English club for his signature. Olaya has represented Ecuador at U-17 level and is rated highly in South America. Bayern plan to loan him for senior gametime, with Grasshopper Club Zürich among potential destinations. Bayern are also securing academy futures, reaching an agreement in principle with Jorge Mendes over a new deal for 16-year-old Cassiano Kiala/Kaila.
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