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Yahoo
5 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund? Bundesliga duo may end up in battle to land sporting director with Max Eberl under pressure at Bavarian giants
Bayern and Dortmund are targeting Krosche Krosche's transfer record at Frankfurt has elevated his profile Krosche's transfer record is nearly €300m in sales Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱 WHAT HAPPENED? According to Sky and multiple other outlets, both Bayern and Dortmund have expressed concrete interest in appointing Eintracht Frankfurt's Krosche as sporting director. Pressure is mounting on Bayern's current sporting director Max Eberl following a series of failed transfer pursuits and internal discussions about the club's future direction. Dortmund, meanwhile, are considering Krosche as a replacement for Sebastian Kehl. Both clubs are closely monitoring the situation, and Krosche's contract is believed to contain a release clause. WHAT IS THE BACKGROUND? Krosche has been Frankfurt's sporting CEO since 2021 and has been instrumental in the club's recent successes, including their Europa League triumph in 2022 and securing Champions League qualification. Dortmund explored a move for Krosche during their sporting crisis last season, but negotiations reportedly stalled as he chose to focus on Frankfurt's campaign. Bayern's recent transfer struggles - including big-money pursuits of Nick Woltemade and Luis Diaz - have put Eberl's position under increased scrutiny. Internal tension and restructuring discussions at Bayern mean significant changes remain possible before the transfer window closes. Did you know that? Krosche has a proven record of engineering lucrative transfers. Under his leadership, Frankfurt generated nearly €300m (£255m/$327m) in transfer revenue from relatively unknown players such as Randal Kolo Muani, Omar Marmoush and Hugo Ekitike. His knack for spotting talent and negotiating high-value deals has made him a sought-after executive across Europe, with Premier League interest previously reported. A LOOK AT THE FIGURES: His name has already been mentioned in the supervisory board, but there are also doubts about his suitability for the job in Munich despite his impressive numbers. Krosche negotiated the €95m (£81m/$104m) sale of Kolo Muani to Paris Saint-Germain, secured around €75m (£64m/$82m) from Manchester City for Marmoush and orchestrated Hugo Ekitike's sale to Liverpool for €95m. Bayern's annual payroll is reported to be €308m (£262m/$336m). Additional reporting by Tim Ursinus .
Daily Mirror
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Man Utd transfer news: Ollie Watkins' feelings clear on move as another striker ruled out
Manchester United have turned their attention to Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins as they look to sign a centre-forward in the summer transfer window for Ruben Amorim Manchester United are determined to sign a striker before the Premier League season begins. Ruben Amorim has already been given much-needed attacking reinforcements in the summer transfer window, but there's still a missing piece of the puzzle. Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo have arrived for a combined fee of £133.5million, but United are in real need of more goals. Cunha scored 15 goals in the Premier League last season for Wolves, while Mbeumo struck 20 for Brentford, yet neither are comfortable as a No.9. That is where United have been trying to find a new player. But with no European football to offer targets, having finished a lowly 15th last season, they missed out on Liam Delap to Chelsea, Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool and Viktor Gyokeres to Arsenal. All is not lost yet. The summer transfer window remains open until September 1, but Amorim is preparing for their opening Premier League game against Arsenal on August 17, when his old Sporting Lisbon player Gyokeres will be unleashed against him. Here are the latest transfer stories from Mirror Football involving United. Watkins keen on Man Utd move Ollie Watkins is Manchester United's No.1 choice in their pursuit of a centre-forward, Mirror Football understands. Benjamin Sesko has been considered, but the RB Leipzig striker isn't considered as good an option as Watkins, who is an experienced Premier League striker. United are, however, unwilling to pay Aston Villa's £60m valuation for the England star. Instead, they hope to negotiate down to around £40-45m for the 29-year-old forward. One of the things in their favour is that Watkins is understood to be keen on the move. While he has been an important player for Villa in recent years, he has clashed with Unai Emery over selection in the Champions League and would undoubtedly be the main man at United, where rotation would be less of an issue. Dortmund emerge as Sancho option Jadon Sancho had appeared to be set for a move to Juventus, but a third spell at Borussia Dortmund is now thought to be a serious possibility for the winger. Sancho is part of the bomb squad at United, having been told he has no future at the club under Amorim's management. He had agreed terms with Fenerbahce last month, before that move collapsed. Next came Juventus, with the Italian side thought to be close to signing the 25-year-old for £21.6m. According to reports, United could now flog Sancho to Dortmund for £15-17m, giving him a third spell at the club. Sancho made his name in Germany initially, joining United for £73m on the back of his form there, and also spent time on loan at Dortmund in 2024. Jackson off the cards Manchester United won't be signing Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea this summer. Jackson is exploring his options after the arrivals of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap left him contemplating a season on the bench. United held talks with his agent, but Chelsea's asking price has put them off. The Blues floated the figure of £100million, with an actual valuation of £80m still way too high for the Senegal international, who has a typically ludicrous but classic Chelsea contract expiry date of June 2033. Watkins is now United's No.1 target, with Sesko another option. United have spoken to Sesko's agent, but he is younger, more inexperienced and has no Premier League experience.
The Irish Sun
20 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Man Utd ‘set new tiny asking price for Jadon Sancho as Champions League giants consider transfer'
BORUSSIA DORTMUND are set to offer Manchester United ace Jadon Sancho the chance of a THIRD spell at the club. The 23-cap England winger has been told he has no Old Trafford future under boss Ruben Amorim and was Advertisement 3 Jadon Sancho could return to Dortmund for a third spell at the club Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Italian giants Juventus appeared the most likely destination in recent weeks, while Serie A champions Napoli have also stepped up their interest. But The 25-year-old star made his name with them and had a second Bundesliga spell after his fall-out with then-United boss Erik ten Hag in 2023-24. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Sancho left Manchester City's youth set-up to join Dortmund in 2017, becoming a firm favourite of the club's Yellow Wall of fans. In January 2024, having accused Last season, after returning to the United fold and missing a penalty in the Community Shield shootout defeat by City, he joined But despite scoring in the Conference League final win over Real Betis, Chelsea opted not to complete the deal and paid a £5m penalty to terminate the agreement. Advertisement Most read in Football Latest SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN 3 That left Sancho out in the cold, with Amorim banning him and the other ostracised players Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia from fraternising with the first-team squad. And while there has been no official contact from Dortmund so far, the German side are poised to make an approach, potentially giving both Sancho and United a way out. Advertisement Meanwhile, Man Utd are keen to add a striker to their squad and have 3
Scottish Sun
20 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Man Utd ‘set new tiny asking price for Jadon Sancho as Champions League giants consider transfer'
Two Italian sides are also interested JAD ENOUGH Man Utd 'set new tiny asking price for Jadon Sancho as Champions League giants consider transfer' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BORUSSIA DORTMUND are set to offer Manchester United ace Jadon Sancho the chance of a THIRD spell at the club. The 23-cap England winger has been told he has no Old Trafford future under boss Ruben Amorim and was one of four 'Bomb Squad' stars left behind when United flew to Chicago last week. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Jadon Sancho could return to Dortmund for a third spell at the club Credit: Shutterstock Editorial United are desperate to offload the £73million signing, who has a year left on his contract, before the transfer window shuts. Italian giants Juventus appeared the most likely destination in recent weeks, while Serie A champions Napoli have also stepped up their interest. But Dortmund coach Niko Kovac is now pressing the club hierarchy to make a potential £17m swoop. The 25-year-old star made his name with them and had a second Bundesliga spell after his fall-out with then-United boss Erik ten Hag in 2023-24. Sancho left Manchester City's youth set-up to join Dortmund in 2017, becoming a firm favourite of the club's Yellow Wall of fans. In January 2024, having accused Ten Hag of treating him like a 'scapegoat', he returned for a six-month loan spell, starting their Wembley Champions League final defeat by Real Madrid. Last season, after returning to the United fold and missing a penalty in the Community Shield shootout defeat by City, he joined Chelsea on loan with an 'obligation' to be bought for £25m. But despite scoring in the Conference League final win over Real Betis, Chelsea opted not to complete the deal and paid a £5m penalty to terminate the agreement. SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN 3 That left Sancho out in the cold, with Amorim banning him and the other ostracised players Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia from fraternising with the first-team squad. And while there has been no official contact from Dortmund so far, the German side are poised to make an approach, potentially giving both Sancho and United a way out. Meanwhile, Man Utd are keen to add a striker to their squad and have Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins as their top targets. 3 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
The Sun
20 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Man Utd ‘set new tiny asking price for Jadon Sancho as Champions League giants consider transfer'
BORUSSIA DORTMUND are set to offer Manchester United ace Jadon Sancho the chance of a THIRD spell at the club. The 23-cap England winger has been told he has no Old Trafford future under boss Ruben Amorim and was one of four 'Bomb Squad' stars left behind when United flew to Chicago last week. 3 United are desperate to offload the £73million signing, who has a year left on his contract, before the transfer window shuts. Italian giants Juventus appeared the most likely destination in recent weeks, while Serie A champions Napoli have also stepped up their interest. But Dortmund coach Niko Kovac is now pressing the club hierarchy to make a potential £17m swoop. The 25-year-old star made his name with them and had a second Bundesliga spell after his fall-out with then-United boss Erik ten Hag in 2023-24. Sancho left Manchester City's youth set-up to join Dortmund in 2017, becoming a firm favourite of the club's Yellow Wall of fans. In January 2024, having accused Ten Hag of treating him like a 'scapegoat', he returned for a six-month loan spell, starting their Wembley Champions League final defeat by Real Madrid. Last season, after returning to the United fold and missing a penalty in the Community Shield shootout defeat by City, he joined Chelsea on loan with an 'obligation' to be bought for £25m. But despite scoring in the Conference League final win over Real Betis, Chelsea opted not to complete the deal and paid a £5m penalty to terminate the agreement. 3 That left Sancho out in the cold, with Amorim banning him and the other ostracised players Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia from fraternising with the first-team squad. And while there has been no official contact from Dortmund so far, the German side are poised to make an approach, potentially giving both Sancho and United a way out. Meanwhile, Man Utd are keen to add a striker to their squad and have Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins as their top targets. 3
