Bayern Munich Shifts Transfer Plans, Gladbach Overhauls Squad, and Schweinfurt Star Moves to Asia

As the 2026 summer transfer window approaches, Bayern Munich is reaffirming a transfer strategy centered on a small, flexible, and reliable squad. Club management is poised to enter talks with Harry Kane about a possible transfer, and a Bundesliga player has been presented as a candidate to the German champions. Notably, a German national player has been removed from their transfer considerations, signaling a refined focus in recruitment efforts.

Concurrent with Bayern's plans, Borussia Mönchengladbach is undergoing a significant squad restructuring under new sports director Rouven Schröder. Schröder aims to drastically reduce the squad size, lower salaries, and enhance revenue streams to strengthen the club financially. Early decisive steps toward these goals have already been undertaken, reflecting a proactive approach to revamping the team.

Meanwhile, in the German third division, 1. FC Schweinfurt 05's top striker Jakob Tranziska is set to leave for South Korea's K-League team Pohang Steelers. The 24-year-old forward scored seven goals across league and cup matches this season but will no longer be available for Schweinfurt despite having a contract through the summer. This move marks a significant player turnover for the club as they prepare to resume competition with a home game against Viktoria Köln.