Daily Schmankerl: Manchester United could challenge Bayern Munich for Dušan Vlahović; Ibrahima Konaté could stay at Liverpool; Jadon Sancho on the move…for free?; Julian Brandt to ink extension with Borussia Dortmund; and MORE!

Bayern Munich would love to keep Harry Kane…

Šeško already on the outs at MUFC? Vlahović could be next up (We All Follow United)

The never-ending carousel of strikers at Manchester United could still be spinning, despite the acquisition of former RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško — and Bayern Munich could be affected.

With Šeško not immediately meeting expectations, Manchester United might be looking at Juventus free-agent-to-be Dušan Vlahović as its next target. At this point, Vlahović could be Bayern Munich’s No. 1 option to replace Harry Kane should the Englishman leave the club during the summer:

Manchester United were in the market to bring in a new striker not too long ago. Such has been the case at Old Trafford, where they have been shuffling the #9s quite too often. We saw the Manchester Reds bringing in Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee before concluding that neither is working way too fast. While the former was shipped off to Napoli in the summer, the latter has stayed but is on the fringes at Carrington.

That is where the decision-makers at M16 went on to bring Benjamin Šeško to Manchester United in a headline transfer. But the former Red Bull Leipzig striker has found it difficult to fit into the pace and power of the English top tier. He has found it difficult to penetrate in behind the centre backs (something he used to do quite easily before joining United).

And now the Premier League heavyweights have been looking at another option for that striking role. The chiefs at Carrington are said to be looking at Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, according to the latest reports in Germany (as relayed by Sport Witness).

Kane’s decisions (expected in January) will have a massive trickle down effect on every move Bayern Munich makes. With a dearth of great center-forwards available, the Bavarians will have to strike fast if Kane leaves.

Guerreiro, Olise names to UCL Team of the Round (WhoScored.com)

Bayern Munich stars Raphaël Guerreiro and Michael Olise were names to WhoScored.com’s Champions League Team of the Round:

Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 5, Episode 10 (Bavarian Football Works)

Bayern Munich has one more weekend of action before another international break, but that does not mean there is a lack of suitable topics to discuss.

Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:

  • Champions League Power Rankings — are we ready to place Bayern Munich in the top group? You know it! But…where does the squad stack up against Europe’s other top teams. Let’s discuss.
  • German national team coach Julian Nagelsmann has little room for error and must find a way to break from the same bad habits that help fell him at Bayern Munich.
  • Listener Q&A — questions on Harry Kane, the inner workings of Bavarian Football Works, and Noël Aséko Nkili;s future.
  • Reviewing the latest episode of HBO’s Task.

Konaté could stay with LFC (ESPN)

Despite being linked to clubs like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté might just stay at Anfield after all:

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté could now stay at Liverpool, despite reports suggesting a free transfer to Real Madrid is on the cards when his contract expires next summer. L’Equipe says that talks over a new deal at Anfield are edging towards an agreement, with the 26-year-old France international free to talk to non-English clubs from January. However, it appears that Konate wants to continue playing under Arne Slot, and that though a number of points are yet to be agreed, his stay is likely.

Brandt to ink extension with BVB? (Bild via @iMiaSanMia)

Borussia Dortmund could be thinking about a contract extension with Julian Brandt:

A contract extension can no longer be ruled out for Julian Brandt, whose deal expires next summer.

Head coach Niko Kovac is a big fan of Brandt.

Newcastle, Aston Villa and Tottenham have shown interest in the 29-year-old.

Bavarian Podcast Works — Special Edition Show: Germany’s roster selections for October World Cup qualifiers (Bavarian Football Works)

Former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann made his selections for the 23-man roster he will use to face Luxembourg and Northern Ireland in Germany’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

Certainly, there were some surprises and some other interesting choices, so let’s talk about all of that and more. Let’s get into it, this is what we have on tap for this Special Edition of Bavarian Podcast Works:

  • A look at the selections made by Julian Nagelsmann.
  • A dive into each position group — who the surprises were, who was missing, can this group finally get over the 2025 stumbles and get back on track for the 2026 World Cup?

United willing to lose Sancho for free (ESPN)

Manchester United might be willing to let Jadon Sancho leave for free:

Manchester United are prepared to let Jadon Sancho leave the club for nothing. The 25-year-old’s current contract expires next summer, though the Red Devils have an option to extend by 12 months.

Bayern Alumni: Coutinho to Saudi Arabia? (ESPN)

Former Bayern Munich attacker Philippe Coutinho could be mulling offers from Saudi Clubs:

Several Saudi clubs remain interested in signing former Liverpool attacker Philippe Coutinho. Offers in the region of $3 million to $4 million could soon arrive for the Vasco de Gama playmaker.

Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show: Match Day 6 (Bavarian Football Works)

Welcome to Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show!

This is not your run-of-the-mill gambling show as we are putting more focus on the ins-and-outs of the actual match day’s showdowns, rather than an odds-driven format (but yes, you will get the odds as well). This podcast is for people who watch the Bundesliga intently and who want to dive into some of the big games for each match day. Through that, we will also provide some information that could help those seeking to make a wager or two.

Each week, we will highlight three matches to talk through and break down who has the edge, who might be hurting, who is susceptible to being upset, who’s getting hot, and more! This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Edges and Underdogs, a BuLi Action Show:

  • Catching up on how we did last week.
  • A look at this weekend’s match-ups — including win probability, odds, injury updates, trends, AI predictions, and our predictions as well.

The bottom line…it’s time for some action.

Dier learned it all from Kane (@iMiaSanMia)

Former Bayern Munich center-back Eric Dier nailed a penalty kick to help AS Monaco earn a surprising 2-2 draw with Manchester City int the Champions League. Afterward, Dier — jokingly — credited Harry Kane.

“I dedicate it to my friend Harry. I watched him for a very long time, so I learned a few pointers and I’ve taken them here,” Dier stated.

De Jong getting new deal from Barca (Fabrizio Romano)

Unless there is a massive breakdown, it appears that FC Barcelona will extend the contract of midfielder Frenkie de Jong:

🚨🔵🔴 Barcelona are closing in on the agreement with Frenkie de Jong over new deal until June 2029.

Verbal agreement in place, final formal details being sorted then all signed with lawyers on it.

New deal already approved club side, as @monfortcarlos has reported. 🇳🇱

Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Bayern Munich (Bavarian Football Works)

After dismantling Pafos FC in the Champions League, Bayern Munich will travel to Eintracht Frankfurt for a key Bundesliga tilt.

Die Adler can be a handful, but the Bavarians are riding high at the moment and could be too much for the offensive strong, but defensively challenged Eintracht Frankfurt squad to handle.

Let’s get into all of it right here! This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:

  • What to watch for with Eintracht Frankfurt — can a selling club stay a prime contender to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga? This Eintracht squad might be able to.
  • A look at Bayern Munich’s injury situation.
  • A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI — the central midfield selection could be key for Vincent Kompany.
  • A prediction on the match.

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