Bayern's Dilemma: Alphonso Davies Edges Closer to Real Madrid

Bayern Munich faces the prospect of losing star left-back Alphonso Davies as a free agent in the summer of 2025 if a contract extension agreement cannot be reached, reports Sky Sports Germany. Despite Bayern's recent offer of a substantial pay raise, it still falls short of Davies' demand for a €20 million annual salary.

The Bavarian club is adhering to its financial limits, emphasizing fiscal responsibility over retaining Davies at any cost. This cautious approach has spurred internal discussions about the potential of Davies leaving without a transfer fee, especially with

showing persistent interest.

Real Madrid's admiration for Davies is longstanding, with initial discussions taking place in February. These talks led to a verbal agreement on personal terms, outlining two scenarios: a 2024 transfer if a fee is agreed upon, or a free transfer in 2025. After the season ended, Madrid reignited their pursuit, seeing an opportunity in Bayern's hesitance to meet Davies' salary demands. While Madrid is prepared to offer €30 million for Davies, they are unwilling to meet Bayern's €50 million valuation.

With Davies nearing the end of his contract, Real Madrid has reportedly urged him to delay extending his stay at Bayern, a strategy they have employed with past targets like Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe. Losing Davies for free would be a significant setback for Bayern, but the club remains hopeful for a last-minute deal to secure his future in Munich.