Bayern weigh Pietuszewski as Liverpool and Barcelona track Jeltsch

Bayern Munich appear determined to add a versatile attacker to their squad, whether in January, which is considered unlikely, or next summer. One of the main names under discussion is FC Porto's Oskar Pietuszewski.

Bayern like Pietuszewski's versatility

Bayern's plan for the left wing is to sign a promising young player who can develop behind Luis Díaz, much as Lennart Karl has served as backup to Michael Olise since last season. Pietuszewski fits that profile. He can play on either wing or as an attacking midfielder, and Max Eberl and Christoph Freund are reported to be particularly impressed by the Polish international.

According to reports, Bayern scouts were at the Estádio do Dragão for Porto's 4–1 Champions League win over Napoli, although Pietuszewski spent the full 90 minutes on the bench after returning from injury. He moved from Jagiellonia Białystok to Porto only in January, so a quick move would be abrupt. His contract includes a €60m release clause, and exercising it could become an option if Bayern strongly believe in his potential. Bayern are expected to explore several options before deciding.

Sancho rumour dismissed

Reports linking Bayern with free agent Jadon Sancho have been called inaccurate by Sport Bild's Christian Falk. According to that report, Bayern are not looking at Sancho at the moment. Sancho has been without a club since the summer, and a signing would likely involve a large salary and a guarantee of regular playing time, which Bayern are reluctant to take on.

Liverpool and Barcelona track Jeltsch

Stuttgart centre-back Finn Jeltsch, 20, is drawing interest from abroad after a call-up to the German national team camp. Liverpool and FC Barcelona are both tracking him closely, according to journalist Ekrem Konur. Liverpool are said to see Jeltsch as a long-term successor to Virgil van Dijk. Barcelona are reportedly assessing a potential move in upcoming transfer windows, although they have not yet decided whether to sign a centre-back in January.

Bayern have also been linked with Jeltsch for more than a year, and reports suggest they may need to step up their pursuit next summer if they want to secure him.

Other transfer updates

Brighton & Hove Albion have reportedly renewed their interest in Said El Mala, and are willing to sign his brother Malek as well. Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg reports that no January move is currently planned, with Brighton considering a fresh offer in the summer. A summer move is seen as the most likely scenario for Said El Mala.

Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly determined to keep winger Ibrahim Maza, who has made a strong start to the 2026/27 season. Sky Germany reports that Paris Saint-Germain are interested in the Algeria international as a possible mid-season replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is out for the season with an ACL injury, but Leverkusen are resisting.

Bayern are also still keeping an eye on Benfica's Tomás Araújo, 24, as a possible alternative if they miss out on Jeltsch. Sport Bild reports that Bayern are happy with their current centre-backs but are exploring the market with the future in mind.