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Bayern Munich News: Is FC Bayern a serious contender for Manchester City’s Erling Haaland?; Real Madrid eyeing Liverpool star?; and MORE!

Bayern to challenge Real for Haaland (Madrid Universal) There is mass hysteria surrounding what might (or might not) happen with Manchester City, and potential sanctions that could be levied against the club by the Premier League. As such, Bayern Munich…

Bavarian Football Works

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 4:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Bayern Munich is reportedly ready to battle Real Madrid for Manchester City striker Erling Haaland if he becomes available.
Real Madrid is monitoring Liverpool center-back Virgil van Dijk regarding a potential free transfer in 2027.
Bayern Munich board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge publicly backed Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Bayern Munich is reportedly prepared to compete with Real Madrid to sign Manchester City striker Erling Haaland if potential Premier League sanctions force a transfer. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is reportedly monitoring Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk, who could potentially leave on a free transfer at the end of the 2026-27 season.

Elsewhere, Bayern Munich supervisory board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge argued that striker Harry Kane deserves to win the Ballon d'Or following a 73-goal season. Additionally, former Dutch international Rafael van de Vaart urged Bayern Munich to pursue Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong as a long-term midfield option.

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