Top talent leaves PSG: Will Bayern strike now? | OneFootball

FC Bayern are continuing their talent offensive in Europe and have apparently found what they are looking for in France. According to the latest reports, the Munich club are working hard to sign Emmanuel Mbemba from Paris Saint-Germain

As the French sports newspaper L’Équipe reported at the beginning of the year, the German record champions are said to have very good cards in the race for the 17-year-old. According to the paper, Mbemba has now decided not to extend his expiring contract with PSG, meaning he would be available on a free transfer in the summer – a scenario that fits in perfectly with Bayern’s strategic direction

Competition from Leverkusen and Paris

However, the poker game is not completely without competition. In addition to FC Bayern, Bayer Leverkusen and Paris FC are also said to have expressed concrete interest. According to the report, all three clubs are in contact with the player

Mbemba currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain’s U19s and is also a member of the French U18 national team. His versatility is particularly striking: his strong left foot allows him to play both as a left-back and in the left center of a back three or back four

Profile fits the Bayern mold

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Despite his young age, Mbemba already has remarkable qualities. He is considered to be tactically disciplined, anticipates situations early on and impresses with his high top speed in reverse. He should be able to play to his strengths in transitional situations in particular

The 17-year-old also makes a robust impression physically. Although he still lacks some size, his athleticism and tackling ability are already at a good level – attributes that are crucial in modern defensive play

For some time now, FC Bayern has increasingly focused on investing in top talent at an early stage, with Max Eberl and his team pursuing a clear strategy: signing players with exceptional development potential at an early stage, showing them prospects and benefiting them in the medium term, both athletically and financially

In the past, the Munich team has repeatedly succeeded in convincing promising talents from France, and Mbemba’s profile would fit exactly into this pattern

No decision has been made yet – but the starting position seems promising from Bayern’s point of view. If the deal goes through, the record champions would once again secure a top international talent on a free transfer.