£50 million fee? The truth behind the Stanisic rumours | OneFootball

In recent months, Josip Stanisic has firmly established himself as a key player at FC Bayern. Whether as a right-back, center-back, or left-back, the Croatian national player is an indispensable utility weapon for coach Vincent Kompany. It is therefore no surprise that his market value has risen accordingly. Juventus Turin made an approach in the summer, but the record champions made it unmistakably clear: Stanisic is not for sale.

In recent weeks, reports circulated that Bayern was willing to sell homegrown talent Josip Stanisic last summer if an attractive offer came in. There were indeed concrete talks with Juventus Turin.

According to BILD football chief Christian Falk, the initiative did not come from Munich: “That is true. A very, very interesting rumor. We know they also knocked for Boey. But with Stanisic, they would have had to open their wallets wide: 50 million transfer fee,” he revealed in the Bayern-Insider-Podcast.

However, FC Bayern immediately set conditions that Juventus practically rejected. “I believe Bayern said, under 50 million, there won’t be any talks at all,” Falk stated. For Munich, the defender is simply too important.

“He never complains” – Praise from Munich

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The reason for this clear stance is easily explained: Stanisic not only plays a crucial role on the field but also as a person. “He can play anywhere, he asserts himself everywhere, he never complains,” praises Falk.

Colleague Tobi Altschäffl also emphasized how high the appreciation is on Säbener Straße: “Bayern is not even considering letting Stanisic go. Homegrown talents, they rely on them so much – he can play anywhere, except in goal.”

More than just a squad player

Especially this season, with Bayern's squad being relatively thin, Stanisic holds particular importance. He is far more than a backup, but an indispensable part of the team. Whether in rotation or under pressure, the 25-year-old delivers reliably.

For Vincent Kompany, the Croatian is thus one of the most important building blocks in the squad. His flexibility makes it possible to cushion injuries and absences of other players without the quality on the pitch dropping.

The refusal to Juventus underscores: Josip Stanisic is part of FC Bayern's future – and will likely shape it for a long time to come.

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