That would be a bombshell! Are Bayern making a move for Brandt? | OneFootball

Is there something going on between Julian Brandt and FC Bayern Munich? The 29-year-old midfielder from Borussia Dortmund is allowed to leave the Black and Yellows on a free transfer at the end of this season. His contract is expiring. So far, there is no extension in sight.

Brandt has been wearing the BVB jersey since 2019. He has made 269 appearances, scoring 47 goals and providing 66 assists. The native of Bremen is hardly imaginable out of the team.

Nevertheless, the playmaker in the midfield hub repeatedly faces criticism. He is said to be too inconsistent, disappearing in critical situations. Record national player and TV expert Lothar Matthäus (64) did not mince words on Sky in February 2025: “He is still a talent,” he judged Brandt. “A talent is allowed to play outstandingly every five games, and that’s what he does,” Matthäus added. “He has remained a talent,” was his devastating conclusion. “His development has stalled.”

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Nonetheless, it is precisely Matthäus’ former club Bayern Munich that is reportedly interested in Brandt, according to the Spanish portal fichajes.net. Thanks to his technical skills, he is considered suitable to boost the record champion’s attacking play. In addition, the 29-year-old impresses with his shots from distance. And a big plus: Brandt is available on a free transfer due to his expiring contract.

The report states that “informal talks” have already taken place between Munich and the BVB professional. However, an official confirmation is still pending. The player is reportedly not averse to a move, as he would have more opportunities to compete for titles at Säbener Straße.

If no agreement is reached between Dortmund and Brandt by January 2026, the 29-year-old will be allowed to negotiate his future with any club, including FC Bayern.

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