The darkhorse in Bayern Munich's January transfer poker
Bayern Munich is looking for loan signings at the right-back position in January, similar to their approach in January 2023.
The short-term thinking is due to their high interest in loanee Josip Stanišić, who is currently at Bayer Leverkusen and cannot return until the summer. [ more ]
Contrary to popular belief, Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich says he doesn't mind right-back
Joshua Kimmich has been utilized as both a right back and midfielder by different managers at Bayern Munich and the German national team.
Julian Nagelsmann plans to use Kimmich as a right back at the European Championships due to a surplus of midfielders and a need for wide backs. [ more ]
Bayern Munich re-ups Grayson Dettoni, Vincent Manuba, and Maximilian Schuhbauer
Bayern Munich has extended the contracts of youth players Vincent Manuba, Grayson Dettoni, and Maximilian Schuhbauer until June 2026.
Manuba, Dettoni, and Schuhbauer have been with the club's academy for a long time and have been playing for the youth teams for many years.
Manuba has made 20 appearances for the amateurs and U-19s, Dettoni is a central defender, and Schuhbauer has played in the Junior Bundesliga and UEFA Youth League. [ more ]
Chelsea fans won't believe it as defender injured again having limped off against Everton
Chelsea captain Reece James has picked up another hamstring injury, adding to the list of injuries he has suffered this season.
James' ongoing injury concerns highlight the need for Chelsea to consider long-term solutions for the right-back position, such as relying on Malo Gusto or exploring the transfer market. [ more ]
Mauricio Pochettino handed major tactical issue with Chelsea's latest injury blow
Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino faces a challenge in filling the right-back and left-back positions for their upcoming match against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Injuries and suspensions have depleted Chelsea's options, leaving them without specialized defenders in those positions. [ more ]
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German national team boss Julian Nagelsmann sees Joshua Kimmich as a defensive midfielder rather than a right-back.
The role of Kimmich at Bayern Munich is uncertain, with rumors of a potential move and the question of whether he will remain in his current position or move upfield.