Big interest: Bayern and Leipzig in transfer duel over US talent | OneFootball

FC Bayern are once again turning their attention to the international talent market – and have apparently set their sights on a promising US talent. Adri Mehmeti is currently the focus of Munich’s attention, but the record champions are not alone in their pursuit of the 17-year-old

As the MLS Transfers portal reports, both FC Bayern and RB Leipzig are showing great interest in the Red Bull New York midfielder, which could lead to an exciting transfer duel between two top German clubs

Particularly explosive: Leipzig has structural advantages in the race for Mehmeti due to New York’s affiliation with the Red Bull cosmos. The youngster has already been around the group on several occasions, completed trial training sessions in Salzburg and also introduced himself to Leipzig

Real Madrid are also keeping an eye on Mehmeti

But it is not just the Bundesliga that is showing interest: according to the report, Real Madrid have also been tipped to keep a closer eye on the player ahead of the upcoming World Cup

This underlines how highly the 17-year-old’s potential is rated – and makes a potential transfer all the more complicated for Bayern

Mehmeti is still under contract with Red Bull New York until 2028 and only made his professional debut in the MLS a few weeks ago. Nevertheless, he has already made his first mark: in eight appearances, he has scored one goal and provided two assists

His profile is versatile: the US youngster is mainly deployed in central midfield, but can also take on more defensive roles

Strengths fit the Bayern profile

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Above all, his overview of the game, passing quality and resistance to pressing make him interesting for top clubs. He also has a good sense of space and the ability to win balls – qualities that fit perfectly into modern playing systems

Whether FC Bayern will ultimately come out on top in the race for Mehmeti is currently completely open. The competition is fierce, and Leipzig in particular could have an advantage due to its proximity to the Red Bull network.