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Leroy Sane could leave Bayern Munich this summer (Picture: Getty)
Leroy Sane has indicated he is ‘very interested’ in a move to Arsenal amid his contract dispute with Bayern Munich, according to reports in Germany.
The 29-year-old winger will become a free agent in a matter of weeks after failing to reach an agreement with Bayern over a contract extension.
Sane joined the Bundesliga giants from Manchester City in 2020 in a deal worth up to £55m.
Making at least 40 appearances every season since arriving at the club, Sane has been a hugely influential member of the Bayern squad, playing a major role in four league title wins.
Bayern Munich bosses are keen to keep hold of Sane and have already offered him a new three-year contract on reduced terms.
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But Sane rejected the offer as he is unwilling to take a pay-cut and has since been linked with a number of Premier League clubs.
German outlet BILD say Sane is yet to make a final decision on his future despite the fact he is set to become a free agent on July 1.
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Arsenal have expressed interest in Sane (Picture: Getty)
It is also claimed Sane is ‘very interested’ in joining Arsenal, with a move to London ‘appealing’ to him and his wife Candice.
Sane has attracted interest from Arsenal’s Premier League rivals Tottenham and Newcastle United but moves to those clubs does not appear to be a genuine possibility at this stage.
Other options include a move to Saudi Arabia or Serie A champions Napoli but those are less attractive to Sane, according to BILD.
Tottenham urged to hijack Arsenal's move for Leroy Sane
‘I would love Leroy Sane to sign for Spurs; he’s a world class player who has won everything.
‘Why would you not want him at your football club? He might’ve picked up a few injuries in his career, but you can’t tell me he wouldn’t be a great signing for Spurs – even if he demands £250,000 a week!’
Former Spurs midfielder Jamie O’Hara speaking to Grosvenor Sport
Despite the intense transfer speculation, Sane is not expected to make a decision before the Club World Cup starts this weekend.
Bayern are even considering offering Sane a short-term contract to ensure he features in the tournament, even if he could leave shortly after Bayern Munich return from the United States.
Sane is also aware of interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, who are both ready to make lucrative offers to secure his signature.
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Sane is coming to the end of his Bayern contract (Picture: Getty)
But a move to Arsenal would give Sane a reunion with Mikel Arteta, who he worked with at Manchester City while the current Gunners boss was assistant to Pep Guardiola.
Arteta is keen to bolster his attacking options ahead of the 2025-26 campaign but Didi Hamann believes it would be a mistake to sign Sane.
‘If you look at Arsenal, I think you need very good players to improve the team,’ Hamann told Best Betting Sites. ‘And obviously Saka plays on the right.
‘Leroy Sane mainly plays on the right and he’s a hugely talented player. He’s been at Bayern for five years now. He just hasn’t done it on a consistent basis.
‘Now, why would he do it now for the next three years when he’s 29? He’s a hugely talented player, but we shouldn’t talk about a player who’s 29 about his talent – we should talk about the impact they have and the medals they’ve won.
‘At that age, you’re looking for guarantees from your performance level, and Sane just hasn’t given me any assurance that he can deliver consistently.
‘I don’t think Arsenal should be looking at him and certainly not moving for him.’
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