Barcelona keeping tabs on in-form Bayern Munich winger for 2024

Finances have been a delicate subject for FC Barcelona since Joan Laporta took over the reins as president of the club a few years ago.

The depletion of resources has forced the team to devise creative methods in the transfer market, which has most notably been put into effect with the signings of free agents.

However, despite limited resources, Barcelona remains a top destination for most quality players, and the club’s historic legacy has been used to lure many big names in the past.

As such, Barça continues to monitor elite options in the market, with the name Leroy Sane cropping up in the newspapers.

The winger appears to be amassing interest from not only Barcelona but Real Madrid as well.

Sane on Barcelona’s radar

According to SPORT, Barcelona are keeping tabs on the contractual situation of Sane as his ongoing deal with Bayern runs until 2025.

If he doesn’t sign a contract extension with Bayern, it is rumored that he could be leaving at the end of the current campaign.

In the event Sane does not pursue a contract extension, the Catalan giants would be ready to pounce and negotiate a deal with Bayern in the summer of 2024.

However, they will also have to be wary of any potential moves made by their arch-rivals, Real Madrid, who similarly maintain a keen interest.

In light of Barcelona’s limited options in the left-wing position, where Joao Felix is the only naturally suited player, Sane’s name looks immensely appealing.

The coaching staff has particularly taken a liking to his profile, especially as he fits Xavi’s desired profile of wingers.

In fact, the 27-year-old’s name was put forth on the table both this summer and last, but Barça decided against the move because of their financial position.

Sane is flying this season

With nine goals and five assists in 17 games, the winger is playing at a very high level. The Blaugrana highly value Sané as a player.

The club is currently just aware of his circumstances since they have a good working relationship with his agent, who happens to be the same as Marcos Alonso. However, no formal proposition has been made.

Having scored against Barcelona in previous Champions League editions, the German speedster has given Xavi a first-hand glimpse of his talents.

Herbert Hainer, Bayern Munich’s president, is hopeful about his future, although Barça and Madrid are observing the situation.