Solid performance, clean sheet and top of the group. Onto the Round of 32 👊
Proud moment for me to become England’s all-time leading goalscorer at the @fifaworldcup, special milestone to achieve 🦁🦁🦁
There's a 'presidential pact' between FC Bayern and Real Madrid, which is behind Real's recent statement denying contact with Michael Olise. At Bayern, the reports at the beginning of June that Florentino Pérez was planning to bid for Olise caused irritation. There was also surprise at Bayern when Pérez publicly announced that he was going to bid €150m for a superstar, hence Herbert Hainer's firm public response.
Bayern and Real Madrid had grown even closer during and around their Champions League quarter-final meetings. The presidents, Hainer and Pérez, maintain a close relationship and had already expressed their mutual appreciation before the first leg at Madrid’s renowned restaurant Zalacaín. The presidents did not want the Olise situation to escalate. They therefore spoke privately and put the matter to rest. Hainer and Pérez have an agreement on one principle: Neither club will try to sign a player from the other without first informing the respective club of its interest. Both Madrid and Bayern also do not want to fuel bidding wars through media-driven transfer rumours
How good the relationship between the clubs currently is can be seen from the fact that Hainer will speak to around 1,200 students at the invitation of Real Madrid at the Bernabéu Stadium on June 30.
As for Olise, he is under contract in Munich until 2029, and the Frenchman does not have a release clause. Bayern therefore hold all the cards. Behind the scenes, the two clubs have achieved clarity on the matter
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In a new @ZDF documentary, Joshua Kimmich reveals that he was very close to leaving Bayern and that he seriously considered joining PSG: "The club's support wasn't what I'd hoped for or wanted. I had the feeling that Bayern were very open to letting me go [in summer 2024]. That doesn't help to strengthen the bond between club and player. I spoke with Max Eberl. He confirmed it to me again: 'If you want to leave, then you're for sale, that's possible' - At that point, I didn't know what would have to happen for me to extend my contract. I was 95% sure I wouldn't extend
Paris was a club that showed me a strong commitment. One that I hadn't even really expected. I spoke with the sporting director (Luis Campos) and the coach (Luis Enrique). I have to say they did a really good job and gave me the impression that they really wanted me, so you naturally start looking into it. That really made me think. I was supposed to be an important piece of the puzzle there as a player with a bit more experience. And that definitely has an effect on you. Paris sent me an offer. The financial aspect was incredible. Really. Very, very incredible, I have to say. But I didn't want to make that the deciding factor. It's not like I'm single and can only make decisions for myself and my career. I also have a responsibility to make decisions for my family members and to do the right thing"
In the end, Kimmich says Vincent Kompany's appreciation played a big role in his decision: "I've never felt such a great deal of trust as I do now. It was the right decision to extend my contract at Bayern"
I'm pleased to invite @Wemby to our second Commission on Government Efficiency hearing on Wednesday June 10th 5-8pm, where we'll be asking the public for their thoughts on how government can run better. Would love to have you there for the whole time!
Bayern have opened talks with PSV and Morocco winger/attacking midfielder Ismael Saibari (25). The club is waiting to understand PSV's asking price. The player is keen on joining Bayern [@FabrizioRomano]
Luis Díaz: "As a kid, you ask God to grant your dream of becoming a professional footballer, of being one of the best in your country... But you never imagine going this far. We always take things for granted, but sometimes you have to stop and say: 'I did it'"
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Back then as teammates and my captain, it was already 100% clear to me that Vincent would become an outstanding manager. The tactical mind, the leadership, the obsession with details. Congrats on the Double, @VincentKompany! So well deserved, my friend! 🏆🏆👏🏼 @FCBayern
🤍🏴 Jude Bellingham on IG:
“Sh*t this one is difficult. My neighbour in the locker room everyday and on the bus to every game.
How tough it will be to look to my left and not see you there, to not hear you during every action on the pitch, to not steal every new product you brought into your locker and to not have my Uncle Dave there for any problem or joke we wanted to share. I have too many memories both on and off the pitch but none that I won't look back on fondly.
You are an exemplary professional, an unbelievable footballer but what I could never have imagined was the magnitude of person you are. Humble, funny, positive, but an absolute leader and relentless in your work every single day. With almost everything separating what points of our career and lives we were at, from day 1 you took me under your wing and were there for me at all times for whatever I needed. It killed me inside to see how such a great human could be hit with such a huge adversity but you took it in your stride, every day a smile, a dance or a karaoke disaster!
When I thought my admiration for you couldn't grow anymore, it doubled... Again and again. So thank you for everything and I love you my brother! I value and appreciate the relationship we have built more than you'll ever know! It was an honour, LEGEND!”
Extremely proud to be going to another World Cup. Never take these moments for granted - it’s what you dream of as a kid. Can’t wait to get out there!! 🦁🦁🦁
Nagelsmann on the goalkeepers: "Yes, I'm planning with Manu as number 1. When it comes to goalkeepers, a coach's main task is really to take the three best goalkeepers. We decided that Alex, Oli, and Manu are the three best goalkeepers in the country. That's why we decided to contact Manu and ask if he would like to play for the national team again. Everyone knows what kind of aura Manuel has and what he brings to a team. He has committed to playing another tournament. We are planning with him as our number 1 – knowing that we have a world-class B option in Oli Baumann. The decision has been made – and for me, it is the right one"
Harry Kane to FC Bayern, here we go! Deal completed between all parties as Kane has given final green light 🚨🔴
Tottenham to receive €100m fixed fee plus add-ons up to €20m package.
Kane will sign a four year deal, he’ll fly to Germany today.
Medical booked. Done deal.