Leroy Sané has not yet accepted Bayern Munich’s new contract offer despite a standout 2024/25 season. With his current deal expiring in less than two months, Arsenal and Chelsea are closely following the situation, while agent Pini Zahavi remains in contact with Real Madrid and Barcelona—keeping La Liga as a viable option.
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Bayern Munich’s efforts to secure a contract extension with Leroy Sané have reached an impasse. The 29-year-old winger’s current deal expires at the end of the season. Although Bayern have tabled a new offer involving a reduced salary, the two parties have yet to reach an agreement. (Source: BILD)
The club’s offer includes a fixed annual salary of €10 million and up to €5 million in bonuses on a three-year deal. (Source: BILD) However, Sané’s agent Pini Zahavi has reportedly countered with demands for a base salary of €12 million and €3 million in bonuses. (Source: Bavarian Football Works)
Bayern have communicated that their proposal is final, giving Sané a 10-day deadline to respond. (Source: BILD)
Sané has been one of Bayern’s most influential players during the 2024/25 campaign. He featured in 44 matches across all competitions, registering 13 goals and 6 assists. In the Bundesliga alone, he contributed 11 goals and 6 assists in 29 matches—playing a key role in the club’s title-winning season. (Source: Transfermarkt)
The contract situation has drawn significant attention from top European clubs. In the Premier League, both Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly monitoring the developments, with formal approaches possible depending on how the situation unfolds at the end of the season. (Source: Bavarian Football Works)
Sané’s agent Zahavi maintains long-standing relationships with both Barcelona and Real Madrid, and those connections keep the La Liga option on the table. According to Sky Sport Germany’s Kerry Hau, Sané is open to playing for a top-tier club in Spain, not just in the Premier League. (Source: Bavarian Football Works via Sky Germany)
TransferFeed reports that while Barcelona are tracking the player’s contract demands, they may struggle to meet them due to financial constraints. Real Madrid, meanwhile, are undergoing internal restructuring and are not actively pursuing the transfer at this time. (Source: TransferFeed)
Bayern remain committed to retaining Sané but have also stated they will not exceed their wage framework. The club’s stance reflects its broader policy on financial discipline. (Source: BILD)
The final decision is expected to be made before the season’s conclusion. Speaking on the matter, sporting director Max Eberl stated:
“The decision is Leroy’s. If it goes the way we hope, we’ll be pleased. Otherwise, we’ll draw a new path.”
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