Transfer decision made! Bayern removes desired player from the list | OneFootball

FC Bayern have long been linked with Nathan De Cat – but now it’s clear: Munich are pulling out of the poker game for the top Belgian talent

The 17-year-old is playing a strong season at Anderlecht and has attracted the attention of numerous top European clubs with his consistent performances. There is concrete interest from the Premier League in particular, with Tottenham said to be especially interested

FC Bayern have also been rumoured to be very interested. De Cat has been seen as the player of choice for the vacant midfield position created by the departure of Leon Goretzka. Those responsible value the profile of the central midfielder, but do not currently see a need for a transfer

As BILD reporter Christian Falk reports, the decision has been made: Munich will no longer actively court the youngster

The reason for this is not so much the quality of the player, but rather the current squad structure

No place in the Bayern midfield

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The central midfield is already well-staffed at the record champions, with established players such as Joshua Kimmich and Aleksandar Pavlovic and up-and-coming talents such as Tom Bischof and Noel Aseko, those responsible currently see no room for another player of this profile

Ever since Aseko was brought back, it has been clear that Bayern have adjusted their transfer plan in midfield. The decision against De Cat fits in with the club’s current direction. Under Vincent Kompany, Bayern are increasingly relying on their own young talent

Several talented youngsters are already in the starting blocks or gaining their first experience with the professionals. The club is pursuing a clear line: development instead of purchasing – at least in certain positions

While Bayern are withdrawing, the poker for De Cat continues, with Tottenham and Sporting Lisbon also said to have a good chance

A decisive factor for the player: sporting prospects. De Cat only wants to take the next step at a club where he has a realistic chance of regular playing time. According to the Belgian newspaper La Dernière Heure, Sporting currently have the best cards