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Bavarian Podcast Works S5E51: Reviewing the Laimer & Guerreiro signings, previewing Bayern Munich’s back line, and looking ahead to further transfer business Jun 26, 2023

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Even without a current sporting director in the wake of Hasan Salihamidzic getting fired alongside Oliver Kahn, Bayern Munich has already made two summer signings in Konrad Laimer from RB Leipzig and Raphael Guerreiro from Borussia Dortmund. The latter was essentially completed during the winter time, but it’s now official and Thomas Tuchel still wants to bring in Kim Min-jae from SSC Napoli since Lucas Hernandez will be leaving for Paris Saint-Germain as well as a top-class striker.

Plenty of names have been linked with Bayern as far as who their new striker could be including Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen, Randal Kolo Muani and Duscan Vlahovic, but the clock is ticking for Tuchel and Bayern. It will be a tough season if they once again don’t have a clear-cut, number 9 striker, and from the offset, Tuchel has identified this as a point of emphasis for this summer’s transfer window. By stark contrast, given the fact that Declan Rice has chosen to stay in the Premier League by virtue of joining either Arsenal or Manchester City, Tuchel is no longer prioritizing the signature of a number 6, defensive midfielder.

There’s also been reports that Bayern is set to re-hire former goalkeeping coach Toni Tapalovic, who was fired by Julian Nagelsmann, Kahn, Brazzo and the rest of Bayern’s board just days after Yann Sommer had begun training with the club after joining from Borussia Monchengladbach. His return won’t spell good news for Alexander Nubel, who’s previously vented his frustration for what he referred to as favoritism from Tapalovic towards Manuel Neuer in training sessions.

In this flagship episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom and Rayyan (known on the site as CCyler) discuss:

The two signings; Laimer & Guerreiro
Can Laimer play as a number 6, or is that not his strong suit?
Where Guerreiro will best fit in the squad, tactically speaking
Kim Min-jae’s expected arrival from SSC Napoli to replace Lucas Hernandez
Will Tuchel start to use a back three system more often?
Bayern’s plethora of center-backs vs. wide backs
All of the strikers linked with Bayern
Realistic percentage chances Harry Kane will leave Tottenham for Bayern
Bayern’s goalkeeping situation with Tapalovic set to return

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Weekend Warm-up Podcast Season 2, Episode 50 — Wrapping up Germany’s performance and what the XI could look like for the Euros; Bayern Munich’s latest transfer news; and MORE! Jun 23, 2023

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It has been a wild week at BFW.

Germany is floundering. Bayern Munich looks like it will struggle to get world class, impact players for the key positions that it needs.

Most of us are perplexed at the thought of how any of this will work out, but hey, if talking about this helps us all sort through things, let’s get to it with the latest episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast:

Lamenting the state of the German national team, Hansi Flick’s failures, and what a starting XI might look like for the Euro 2024 — and why the best lineup probably won’t ever get featured.
Checking in on Bayern Munich’s latest transfer rumors, including the club’s persistent approach to staying in the game for Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane.

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Postgame Show — Germany 0-2 Colombia (International Friendly — RANT EDITION) Jun 20, 2023

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When does Bayern Munich re-start again?

That was...terrible.

Germany looked aimless and lacked energy and got the result that it deserved in a 2-0 loss to Colombia. The game looked like it mattered to the Colombians, while the Germans ambled around hoping that something good would happen (Hint: Nothing good happened).

Let’s find out if you are as bitter as me! As Stringer Bell once told Brother Mouzone and Omar Little, let’s “get on with it”:

A look at the starting lineup and a breakdown of the scoring.
Where is the pride on this German team? Colombia was energetic, brash, and talking junk...and Germany withered under the stress of it all.
Nothing is good...not the attack, nor the midfield, nor the defense. They are all terrible right now.
Hansi Flick is assuredly in some danger.
Where does it go from here? And why the players need to take some heat as well.

Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.

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Bavarian Podcast Works S5E50: Should Germany sack Hansi Flick? + Bayern Munich missing out on (and landing) transfer targets Jun 18, 2023

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With all the Bayern Munich action confined to the transfer window for now, it’s time to shift gears and talk a little bit more about Germany and their recent failures on the pitch. Hansi Flick is currently reeling from a couple of dismal results vs Ukraine and Poland which has everyone reconsidering the idea of having him coach at the Euros.

On the Bayern end of things, Napoli’s Kim Min-jae is set to become the club’s latest defender signing while Kai Havertz slips out of the bosses hands and into the arms of Chelsea. Lots to talk about right now.

Meanwhile, Bavarian Podcast Works has been nominated for the 2023 edition of the World Soccer Talk — Best Club Podcast Award. Click on that link and go vote for us!

In this episode, INNN and Chuck talk about the following:

Is Hansi Flick on the chopping block at the German national team?
Should he be? Is it just a question of talent? Or could the coach do better?
INNN chimes in with some Thomas Muller propaganda (because why not?).
Julian Nagelsmann as Germany coach — WHAT IF?
Is Hansi Flick mishandling Niklas Sule?
Would you be surprised if Hansi Flick were sacked at this stage?
Shifting gears to the transfer talk — is Kim Min-jae a good transfer for Bayern Munich?
Kyle Walker to Bayern — is that a good idea?
Why Thomas Tuchel maybe shouldn’t be given too many options on the transfer market.
Why is Bayern Munich so hesitant to secure a striker?
How Choupo-Moting could end up being a starter next season.

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Postgame Show — Poland 1-0 Germany (International Friendly) Jun 16, 2023

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If the confidence of the Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund personnel in the Germany team wasn’t already low considering how the Bundesliga ended, Germany’s latest result did them no favors. In this podcast, Rayyan and Samrin discuss:

The gap between Thilo Kehrer and Jonas Hofmann in the first half
Rayyan’s deeper look at Germany’s setup today
How Joshua Kimmich is impacted when Germany’s back three is narrow
Whether Kimmich fits better in a back three or back four
What Kimmich’s best position is for Germany
Some headscratchers such as Kai Havertz up front
Another headscratcher in Niklas Füllkrug’s exclusion from the start
Some regrets from the World Cup, especially in line-up decisions
Is Hansi Flick’s job safe?
What does Thilo Kehrer add to this team?
Are there any answers to Germany’s fullback problems?
The confusion in midfield with a focus on Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz and later, Leroy Sané
Is Julian Nagelsmann an option for Germany? Is he the answer for Germany much like Flick was for Bayern?

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Weekend Warm-up Podcast Season 2, Episode 49 — Is Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich really annoying his teammates?; Bayern’s complicated defensive situation; and MORE! Jun 15, 2023

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The summer transfer window has not even opened yet, but things are wild at Bayern Munich. There is plenty to discuss, so let’s get right to it. This is what we have on tap for this episode:

RIP to Bayern Munich’s hopes for Declan Rice and maybe Dušan Vlahović.
Is Joshua Kimmich driving his teammates crazy with his on-field antics and backroom politics?
Bayern Munich is losing Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard. Dayot Upamecano and Noussair Mazraoui are rumored to be unhappy. Even Alphonso Davies’ contract extension went from “sure thing” to “uh-oh.” What can the Bavarians do...let’s look at the options — and there are plenty of good ones at center-back (maybe even some who can unseat Upamecano or De Ligt).

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Postgame Show — Germany 3-3 Ukraine (Friendly) Jun 12, 2023

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Well, that was close. Germany narrowly avoid defeat to the mighty Ukraine despite playing at home and going up 1-0 early in the game. Hansi Flick tested out a back three and it reaped dividends, only not for the team that it was intended to. Germany seem like they have a million problems and a lot of them will be familiar to fans of Bayern Munich, but also brand new ones that are unique to the international setup.

Here are our talking points from the game:

The back three doesn’t work — please stop using it, Hansi.
Did Joshua Kimmich use Lewandowski’s stutter-step penalty technique?
The horrible state of the German fullback roster. Should Kimmich be sent back to the flanks?
A concerning lack of chances created by the German attack. The missing factor is left as an exercise for the listener.
Leon Goretzka is being unfairly maligned for his performance.
Does Hansi Flick see Kai Havertz as an alternative to Niclas Fullkrug at striker?
You cannot trust a Borussia Dortmund player on the national team.
A suggestion for what kind of lineup Germany should use at the Euros.

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Bavarian Podcast Works S5E49: Germany’s upcoming matches mean a lot; Why Bayern Munich’s transfer window could go downhill quickly; and MORE! Jun 12, 2023

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You want to talk Bayern Munich and Germany? We’ve got you covered.

Bayern Munich is in the middle of about a million transfer rumors and is looking to add — at least — three key players this summer. Germany is in throws of trying to figure out who it is as a national team and is facing three opponents in friendlies over the next week.

Indeed, there is much to yack about when it comes to some of your favorite topics. Here is what is on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works Flagship Show:

A look at Germany’s squad for the slate of matches during this international session.
Why Hansi Flick is towing a fine line between job security and getting sacked.
What could go right for Germany.
Why some German linchpins might be out of luck moving forward.
How the summer transfer window could turn out disastrous for Bayern Munich. What if Bayern Munich doesn’t get any of the big name players that it wants?

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Bavarian Podcast Works: Weekend Warm-up Podcast Season 2, Episode 48 — Is Bayern Munich’s squad set for a massive overhaul?; The latest transfer news and rumors; How long it might take to get stable? Jun 08, 2023

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We are deep in the throws of silly season with Bayern Munich and it has been absolute craziness for days now.

With some big name (and money!) players potentially coming in to Bayern Munich and some club staples potentially heading out, the team is in a state of flux. There is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it:

The transfer of West Ham’s Declan Rice to Bayern Munich is not looking good...what’s next? Who can Bayern Munich get if Arsenal FC makes its play for Rice?
Thoughts on Bayern Munich’s plan to revamp its attack and why it has the futures for Sadio Mané, Leroy Sané, and Serge Gnabry on shaky ground.
Why Raphael Guerreiro was a deft pickup.
Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s instability, how long it might take the new leadership to fix, and why patience will be vital for fans of the club.

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Bavarian Podcast Works S5E48: Should Bayern Munich spend €100m on Declan Rice? + Looming problems in squad planning Jun 04, 2023

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Having won the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich turn their attentions to the transfer window. The major topic of the week is Declan Rice, who is at the top of the list of the club’s options for defensive midfield. In addition, the fallout from the sacking of Oliver Kahn and Hasan Salihamidzic continues with serious confusion in squad planning and reports that Bayern’s backline could be set for a shakeup.

In the meantime, Bavarian Podcast Works has been nominated for the 2023 edition of the World Soccer Talk — Best Club Podcast Award. Click on that link and go vote for us!

In this episode, INNN and Chuck talk about the following:

WHO could be the striker Bayern Munich signs this season? A summary of realistic options.
The pros and cons of Dusan Vlahovic.
What if Bayern Munich can’t secure one of its top transfer targets?
The big one: Would Declan Rice even consider a move to Bayern? What’s in it for him?
Debating the merits of bringing in Declan Rice — the impact on Goretzka/Laimer/Gravenberch, could Kimmich do his job, his potential role in the system, and alternatives.
Has losing Brazzo thrown a wrench in Bayern’s long term squad planning?
WHY is the board trying to sign Raphael Guerreiro?
What happens if Bayern Munich loses both Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard?
If you had to sell only one, who would it be?

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