FC Bayern spent a lot of money in the summer of 2022 to sign Matthijs de Ligt, a new defense chief. However, there are increasing signs that the paths will soon part again.
The Dutch national player Matthijs de Ligt can now imagine saying goodbye to FC Bayern, Sky reports. The collaboration could therefore end in the summer despite the contract actually being valid until 2027.
Because: The 24-year-old no longer wants to be satisfied with his status as number three central defender at the German record champions and is therefore considering a change.
The TV station and “Bild” had previously reported that the thoughts of separation came primarily from FC Bayern. De Ligt is no longer for sale, and one can increasingly imagine a departure at the end of the season on Säbener Straße. However, Bild says that de Ligt has made it clear that he wants to stay with Bayern for the time being.
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In the current season, the central defender was repeatedly set back by injuries. This is also why he ended up in the hierarchy of defenders behind summer newcomer Minjae Kim and Dayot Upamecano. During the winter break, FC Bayern also strengthened itself with the Englishman Eric Dier, who should now provide additional competition in the defense center.
Last but not least, a possible commitment from Barcelona defense chief Ronald Araújo could finally end Matthijs de Ligt’s time at FC Bayern. The Uruguayan is said to be one of Thomas Tuchel’s dream players, and the first telephone exchange with the player is said to have taken place before the winter break.
If de Ligt, who was signed by Juventus Turin in 2022 for 67 million euros, actually leaves FC Bayern again in the summer, the necessary money for an Araújo transfer would probably also be available, according to “Sky”.