Bayern’s luck in transfer woes: Many top targets flop at new clubs | OneFootball

FC Bayern missed out on several big names during last summer’s transfer window – but this is now turning out to be a stroke of luck. As BILD reporters Tobi Altschäffl and Julian Agardi explain in the latest “Bayern-Insider” podcast, many of the players who were on Munich’s wish list have so far failed to impress at their new clubs.

“We went through all seven players – and very few have really made an impact,” summarizes Altschäffl. “Looking back, Bayern can be very satisfied with their summer transfers.”

Wirtz struggles in Liverpool – Woltemade flourishes in Newcastle

The transfer of Florian Wirtz to England was celebrated as a coup – but so far, the hoped-for effect has not materialized. In 15 games, Wirtz has recorded no goals and only three assists. “He can do it in Germany, but on the island he’s struggling. The move came too early – Munich would have been wiser,” emphasizes Agardi.

With Nick Woltemade (Newcastle United), it’s a completely different story: The former Bremen striker, who was also on Bayern’s radar, has scored six goals in the Premier League and one in the Champions League. “For him, the move was absolutely right. Fan favorite, happy, national team in sight,” says Agardi.

Simons, Nkunku and Gittens disappoint

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Xavi Simons was considered Kompany’s desired player, but ended up at Tottenham. After 13 games, he’s still goalless. “Not a difference-maker, hardly any impact – Munich would probably have been better,” Altschäffl is sure.

Christopher Nkunku has also failed to impress in Milan so far. Injuries, no regular spot, just one goal. “Sportingly, the wrong move – he would have fit better in Munich,” the BILD reporter asserts.

The same goes for Jamie Bynoe-Gittens. The young winger is alternating between the bench and the starting eleven at Chelsea. In twelve games: one goal, three assists.

Rashford and Eze impress

With Marcus Rashford (FC Barcelona), the situation is quite different. Under Hansi Flick, the Englishman is flourishing: 14 games, six goals, seven assists. Altschäffl: “In terms of playing style, Rashford would have been the better Jackson – a top transfer for Barça,” as Altschäffl explains.

Eberechi Eze (FC Arsenal) is also one of the few real hits of the summer. 14 games, two goals, three assists – a regular starter for the league leaders. “He’s one to watch – he could be dangerous for Bayern in the Champions League,” Agardi makes clear.

Looking back, Altschäffl and Agardi agree: FC Bayern made a lot of the right moves in the transfer market. “Bayern don’t have to shed too many tears over these desired players,” says Altschäffl.

While the touted names are disappointing elsewhere, the Munich side under Vincent Kompany started with 16 wins from 16 games – proof that the sporting management around Max Eberl made the right decisions in the summer.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.