Thomas Tuchel put in a cheeky response when quizzed about his interest in signing Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo for Bayern Munich.
- Tuchel reportedly wants Araujo at Bayern
- Allegedly had a telephone chat with defender
- Manager keeps his cards close to his chest
WHAT HAPPENED?
It has been reported that the manager along with Bayern sporting director, Christoph Freund, had held a telephone conversation with the Uruguayan defender in a bid to convince him to move to Germany. However, when Tuchel was asked if that was the case, the manager did not give away much.
WHAT TUCHEL SAID
Speaking to Sky Germany ahead of Bayern's Bundesliga game at Eintracht Frankfurt, he said: "I won't comment on that in any way."
However, he added with a wink: "I also spoke to my mother on the phone and there was no message. We only talk about our players."
THE BIGGER PICTURE
It is believed that the Bayern think tank has identified Araujo as the perfect addition to reinforce their defensive lines. They are ready to splash out to land the defender which may entice Barcelona to sell as they are struggling to comply with La Liga's FFP (Financial Fair Play) regulations.
DID YOU KNOW?
Despite already spending €150 million on transfers, including the signing of centre-half Kim Min-jae from Napoli, Tuchel remains determined to bolster his defensive options. Moreover, there are other options in Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano at the back to choose from.
WHAT NEXT?
Tuchel might have a point in his pursuit, as Bayern's defensive frailties were exposed by Frankfurt after the reigning Bundesliga champions were handed a 5-1 thrashing on Saturday afternoon. Following this dismal defensive performance, it would not be surprising if the German giants stepped up their pursuit of Araujo ahead of the winter transfer window.
The Red Devils scouted Brann's Eivind Helland in his side's 3-1 win against Viking Stavanger earlier this month.Norway defender Eivind Helland is being tracked by Man Utd and Bayern MunichAnd the Bundesliga champions followed suit by dispatching an official to watch the Norwegian Under-21 international in his side's 2-0 defeat to KFUM in Oslo on Saturday.Helland, who was compared to Ballon d'Or wi...
The Three Lions ace, 27, and childhood sweetheart Lucia, 26, were together during a photoshoot before he was unveiled as the Catalan giants' latest signing at the Camp Nou stadium.The footie ace has rekindled his relationship with former fiancee Lucia LoiRashford had proposed to Lucia after a romantic meal at celebrity restaurant Catch LA in 2022She took his photo, then moved behind him to take an...
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Arsenal has won 1 championship Arsenal 1-0 MilanCoach Kepa has to handle it himself. EPL Strikers Joining Aston Villa vs Joining FC Barcelona This Agenda starts now Huge Neckitike lol Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: Justtoonit, originaltrollfootball, FootballLaughss)...
Angel City agree to new deal with 18-year-old rising star PhairAngel City Football Club and 18-year-old forward Casey Phair agreed to a new three-year contract through 2028, locking the South Korea international into a deal to be a key member of the club's future.Garnacho backs away from Aston Villa move amid UCL transfer goalManchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly keen on signi...
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Man United fan roasts Dominos "This miss by Kolo Muani destroyed football" Tottenham need another Son! This Arsenal... Milan Beat Liverpool lol Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: originaltrollfootball, NoContextChe1, PL__OOC)...
According to a report from Fichajes, Manchester City tried to sign the player with an offer of €170 million. Chelsea have now turned down the approach, and they are demanding €250 million to sell the England international.Cole Palmer is a world-class talentThere is no doubt that Palmer is one of the best young players in the world, and he is destined to develop into a future superstar....
But the Toon boss has insisted that any negotiation for their £150m-rated star striker must be in the best interests of the club.The Swedish striker will not be short on suitors with Liverpool and Al-Hilal leading the wayIsak, 25, is understood to have told the Newcastle hierarchy that he wants to leave this summer and will not sign an extension on his current deal that expires in 2028.Having...
A report from The Athletic claims Fulham are currently in advanced talks to sign the 25-year-old attacker from Arsenal. There is a chance that the player could join the London club on loan once again. However, Arsenal would prefer to include an obligation to buy at the end of the season.It remains to be seen whether the two clubs can finalise an agreement quickly. Nelson was on loan at Fulham last...
Arsenal got into a mess over Aaron Ramsdale and David Raya. Will Kepa Arrizabalaga, still the world's most expensive keeper, give Mikel Arteta another selection dilemma?. Suhaimi Abdullah/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesSINGAPORE -- Is the world's most expensive goalkeeper now an understudy? Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal at the start of July in a surprise move after the Gunners triggered his £5 m...
England and Spain will clash on Sunday for the right to be crowned European champions. GettyAfter a long month of continental competition stretching from one end of Switzerland to the other, Euro 2025 is set to conclude on Sunday in Basel, where Spain will take on England in a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final.The paths these two teams have taken through the tournament in Switzerland are starkly ...
- 1 Chelsea Deny Late Move to Hijack Man United Deal for Bryan Mbeumo
- 2 AC Milan Reach Agreement with Brighton for Pervis Estupinan Transfer
- 3 Newcastle Look to Hijack Spurs Move for Evann Guessand Amid Transfer Stalemate
- 4 Man City make move for Jules Kounde
- 5 Enzo Fernandez agrees Real Madrid move
- 6 Man City to re-sign Trafford in $36M deal
- 7 Transfer news & rumours LIVE
- 8 Transfer news & rumours LIVE
- 9 Diaz determined to leave for Bayern
- 10 Ex-Prem star 'drowned in pool hours before flight home for son's birthday'