Jamal Musiala Shines Bright Amid Transfer Speculation, but Bayern Extension Looms
Jamal Musiala played a pivotal role in Germany’s resounding 7-0 UEFA Nations League victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, opening the scoring in an electrifying performance. The Bayern Munich star, who has been linked with Manchester City for months, continues to deliver brilliance at the club level as well.
Musiala’s Stellar Season for Bayern
The 21-year-old midfielder’s stats underline his exceptional form this season:
| Competition | Starts | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Champions League | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| DFB-Pokal | 2 | 3 | 0 |
In September, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano revealed that Manchester City rate Musiala highly. “If he were on the market in the summer, they’d be one of the many clubs trying to sign him,” Romano stated.
Musiala’s contract with Bayern Munich runs until 2026, but speculation around his future has intensified, fueled by claims that Pep Guardiola is a huge admirer. Reports suggest City might target big-name signings like Musiala to reinforce their squad and convince Guardiola to extend his own tenure at the club.
Musiala’s Winter Decision on Bayern Future.
After Germany’s emphatic win, Musiala hinted during an RND interview that he would take time during the Bundesliga’s winter break to decide his future.
“At the moment, I’m concentrating on the games with the national team and FC Bayern. I know that a lot of eyes are on my situation, but I’m trying to put as little pressure on myself as possible. It’s important for me to stay fit and perform to my best until I have a bit of time to calm down. Then I can take time to think about everything. I think we’ll know more during the winter break.”
Recent reports from October suggested Musiala is close to extending his Bayern contract until 2029 or 2030. Speaking to The Athletic, he confirmed he was “happy” at Bayern and in talks over a new deal, hinting that he might remain in Munich for the foreseeable future.
Admiration from Former City Players
Musiala’s talent has drawn praise from some of Manchester City’s most respected former players:
- Aymeric Laporte called him “different class” during Euro 2024.
- Leroy Sane tipped Musiala as a future Ballon d’Or contender.
- Ilkay Gundogan described him as Germany’s “most technically gifted player,” saying, “On a technical level, he is the best player we have right now.”
Gundogan, now a Barcelona player, added: “I could talk about Jamal and the Ballon d’Or in the future, but I don’t want to put pressure on him. He knows what he’s capable of, and so does our team and our coach. I also like him a lot as a human being. He’s humble and a very nice guy. I can only say positive things about him.”
Considering Germany’s roster features elite technicians like Toni Kroos, Joshua Kimmich, and Florian Wirtz, Gundogan’s praise underscores how special Musiala truly is.
City Fans Face Disappointment
While Manchester City fans would relish the prospect of Musiala joining their ranks, his likely contract extension at Bayern could dampen hopes. Still, Guardiola’s admiration for the midfielder ensures that Musiala’s name will remain on City’s radar for years to come. “He’s the real deal,” insiders suggest—whether in Munich or Manchester.
