Transfer duel for Eichhorn: Bayern and BVB in pole position | OneFootball

FC Bayern are still on the lookout for Europe’s biggest young talents and now there are growing signs that the Munich club could be serious about signing Hertha’s youngster Kennet Eichhorn – but the competition is fierce

The 16-year-old Hertha BSC midfielder is currently one of the most sought-after talents in Germany and, according to Italian transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern are in pole position in the race for Eichhorn

„Of course“ these two clubs in the Bundesliga in particular would have the opportunity to sign the top Berlin talent, according to Di Marzio

Doubts about Manchester City

Manchester City had also recently been heavily linked with Eichhorn, with several media outlets reporting that the English club could sign the youngster and then loan him to Leverkusen for a further year

However, Di Marzio expressed his doubts about this, citing the unclear coaching situation at City, where there is still speculation that Enzo Maresca could take over from Pep Guardiola in the long term. „I’m not sure they want to sign a player as young as him,“ explained the Italian

This could open up new opportunities for Bayern and Dortmund

BVB in particular has been one of the most aggressive clubs in Europe for years when it comes to recruiting top German talent, but FC Bayern has also recently stepped up its strategy in this area

With players such as Lennart Karl and Noel Aseko, the Munich club is increasingly investing in talented players with the potential to develop in the future

Eichhorn would fit this profile perfectly

Leverkusen is also involved

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The poker game still seems to be completely open, however, with Bayer Leverkusen still in with a chance, according to consistent reports

However, kicker recently reported that the Werkself would prefer to sign Eichhorn independently of Manchester City

One thing is clear: the market for top German talent is becoming increasingly competitive

Of particular interest: Borussia Dortmund have already publicly confirmed their interest in Eichhorn, with BVB sporting director Ole Book speaking openly about the recruitment during a media conference

FC Bayern, on the other hand, have not yet publicly commented on the speculation, although Eichhorn is said to have been under observation internally for some time

It remains to be seen when the 16-year-old will make his final decision

One thing is certain, however: With Bayern, Dortmund, Leverkusen and several international heavyweights, numerous top clubs are vying for one of the most exciting German midfield talents of his age.