Transfers - FC Bayern to sign Spanish talent Zaragoza in the summer
FC Bayern Munich is strengthening its squad for the new season with Spanish attacking jewel Bryan Zaragoza. The 22-year-old is moving from FC Granada to the Bundesliga, as announced by the record German soccer champions.
Bayern will then sign the striker to a five-year contract until June 2029. The transfer, which was agreed between Bayern, Granada and the player, had previously been reported by the portal "Sportbuzzer" and the TV channel Sky.
"Bryan is one of the high-flyers in Spain and has been on our radar for some time. He will expand our attacking options," said Bayern's sporting director Christoph Freund and went on to praise him: "Bryan Zaragoza is a strong, very fast and extremely agile winger who can play on both sides. He is unpredictable, dangerous and very good in one-on-one situations."
The serial champions did not reveal any financial details about the transfer. Media reports are talking about a transfer fee of 15 million euros, which is even higher than the transfer fee of 14 million euros stipulated in a release clause. Spanish broadcaster El Chiringuito TV first reported on the deal.
Other clubs also wanted the talent
Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig were also reportedly keen to acquire the left winger as a successor to Swede Emil Forsberg, who moved to sister club New York in the winter. English Premier League club FC Brentford were also said to be interested.
At just 1.64 meters tall, Zaragoza made his debut for the Spanish national team in October and has been one of the positive surprises of the season in the league. Zaragoza, who can also play in the center, has played 51 competitive matches for Granada so far. He has scored ten goals and provided three assists - five goals and two assists this season alone.
"We wish him every success with Granada FC for the rest of the season and look forward to him joining us in the summer," said Freund.
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- Despite interest from Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig and the English Premier League club FC Brentford, Bryan Zaragoza opted to join FC Bayern Munich in the summer.
- In Spain, Zaragoza has proven to be one of the standout talents in Soccer, attracting the attention of many top clubs, including FC Bayern Munich in Germany.
- Christoph Freund, the sporting director of FC Bayern Munich, praised the addition of Zaragoza to the team, highlighting his speed, agility, and unpredictability on the pitch.
- The news of Zaragoza's transfer to FC Bayern Munich was first reported by German soccer portal Sportbuzzer and TV channel Sky.
- With his move to Bayern, Zaragoza will join a storied club with a rich history in the Bundesliga and a strong presence in European football.
- Zaragoza's impressive stats at FC Granada, including ten goals and three assists, demonstrate his ability to contribute on both sides of the field.
- Prior to his transfer, Zaragoza made his debut for the Spanish national team in October, continuing to impress fans and critics alike with his performances.
- The transfer fee for Zaragoza's move to FC Bayern Munich has been reported to be 15 million euros, making him one of the most expensive signings for the club in recent years.
Source: www.stern.de
