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Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané has surprised everyone by changing his agent during contract talks. This has raised questions about his future at the club.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Sané was close to signing a new contract with Bayern Munich. Talks were going well, and both sides were positive. But now, the 28-year-old German player has switched to a new agent, Pini Zahavi. This has reportedly surprised Bayern’s management. They will have to start contract discussions from scratch. Zahavi is well-known for managing big deals. But he has a complicated history with Bayern. He was involved in the negotiations when David Alaba left for Real Madrid in 2021.
CONTEXT AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR BAYERN
This change comes at a key time for Bayern Munich. The club is regrouping after losing the Bundesliga title for the first time in more than ten years. Club management are determined to keep their key players for the future. Sané has emerged as one of those players after his goals and assists have become an important part of the team’s success. His contract is currently set to end in the summer of 2025. The agent change may make things difficult as Zahavi is a tough negotiator. It might also lead to interest from other big European clubs. Some positive news is that Bayern officials remain optimistic, noting that Zahavi-related negotiations usually end in an amicable agreement. However, it is now a real possibility that Sané could leave as a free agent. If this happens, Bayern will look to sell him in the next window.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR SANÉ AND BAYERN?
With the Bundesliga season ending and Bayern focusing on next season, sorting out Sané’s contract is a big priority. Their next game is a critical one, as the club aims to secure a top-two finish and challenge for the title next year. Sané is still playing well even with the uncertainty off the field. His new contract talks will be closely followed by Bayern fans and other interested clubs in Europe. If no deal is reached soon, talk about a summer transfer might grow, with Premier League teams reportedly interested in him.
