At FC Bayern, planning for the upcoming transfer windows is already in full swing. Although the German record champions are back on track this season, club officials are focusing intensively on the future of the roster. This involves not only potential new signings but also personnel changes in several positions.

As reported by the website FussballTransfers, the Munich club is currently pursuing four different transfer avenues. In addition to promising young players, the focus is primarily on the goalkeeper position and the defense.

Possible changes on the offensive end are also a factor in the club’s long-term planning.

Bayern is competing for two young talents

Of particular interest is the search for young players with great potential for development. In this regard, Bayern continues to monitor JJ Gabriel of Manchester United.

The 16-year-old Englishman is considered an exceptional offensive talent and is also highly sought after by FC Barcelona. The Catalans are reportedly currently in the lead in the race to sign the youngster.

A transfer would be costly, however. The total package could amount to 10 to 15 million euros. If Gabriel receives a Cypriot passport as planned, there could be movement on the deal as early as this winter.

Another candidate is Eduardo Pape. The 17-year-old Brazilian U-18 national team player is under contract with Cruzeiro and plays in central midfield.

Olmo and Wirtz as potential options for the future

Two prominent names also continue to crop up in Munich’s transfer considerations: Dani Olmo and Florian Wirtz.

Both attacking players have recently been linked once again with the record champions. However, there do not appear to be any concrete efforts underway at the moment.

That could change should Michael Olise leave the club at some point. The Frenchman is highly sought after by several top European clubs, but he still has a contract in Munich through 2029.

A short-term transfer of Olmo or Wirtz therefore does not appear likely.

Bayern is looking for a new No. 2 – will there be movement in the defense?

The need for action in goal could become much more pressing. Manuel Neuer could retire next summer. Jonas Urbig is then expected to step up as the new No. 1.

In that case, Bayern are apparently looking for an experienced backup goalkeeper. According to FussballTransfers, Oliver Baumann, Finn Dahmen, Marvin Schwäbe, Bernd Leno, and Daniel Heuer Fernandes are being mentioned. There is no clear favorite yet.

There could also be changes in central defense. Hiroki Ito is still considered a possible departure candidate, either as early as this winter or by next summer at the latest.

Luka Vuskovic of Brighton & Hove Albion and Tomás Araújo of Benfica Lisbon are being mentioned as potential reinforcements.

Whether Bayern will actually make a move for either of them will likely depend on how the defensive roster situation develops.

One thing is certain: The Munich club is exploring various scenarios well in advance. Not every transfer lead will necessarily result in a concrete offer. Nevertheless, it is becoming clear that the club’s leadership intends to continue developing the roster in a targeted manner in the coming months.

This article was translated into English by AI. You can read the original version here https://fcbinside.de/2026/10/20/transferplaene-nehmen-fahrt-auf-bayern-bastelt-am-kader-der-zukunft/.