One story claims that highly sought-after sporting director Max Eberl has agreements to take over at both Bayern Munich and Liverpool.
Amidst speculations of Bayern Munich’s interest, the 50-year-old was fired from his position at RB Leipzig earlier this season.
Leipzig said that Eberl was considering a transfer to the German champions, citing a “lack of commitment to the club” as the reason for the split.
Though Eberl may now join Bayern without any hindrances, Liverpool might be prepared to fight for his services as well. Liverpool made a move for the former Germany Under-21 defender last year after Julian Ward decided to resign from his position.
Sport Zone now claims that Eberl has already reached agreements with Liverpool and Bayern
As per the article, the transfer chief would prefer to sign with the German champions, where he played for the youth team and even made one appearance in the main squad. However, he would not be able to take over right away because of a period of imposed ‘gardening leave’ that followed his Leipzig exit.
The duration of Eberl’s “gardening leave” is not mentioned, but it is stated that he has promised Liverpool that he will not back out of a contract with Bayern.
Despite “renewed interest” from the Reds, Eberl has made Bayern Bayern’s top priority, according to German publication BILD.
But according to BILD’s story, there are still those in Bayern’s hierarchy who aren’t sure about the former Borussia Monchengladbach sporting director. CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen would rather give the position to Christoph Freund. This suggests that a start date isn’t the only obstacle.
Liverpool’s interest in Eberl is claimed to have “honoured” him, even though a move there could be easier.
At the beginning of the summer, the Reds signed Jorg Schmadtke to a short-term contract to cover for Ward’s departure.
The 59-year-old former goalie, who came out of retirement to join Liverpool, was somewhat of a surprise choice, but he has helped bring in Dominik Szoboszlai, Wataru Endo, and Ryan Gravenberch, all of whom are from Bundesliga clubs.
Schmadtke disclosed during the summer transfer window that although he is under contract for one year at Anfield, both sides are free to call it quits at any time.
“We decided to see what would happen after three months and agreed to work together for a year, he stated. We take a seat together, look at each other, and decide what to do next.
“Then, the question of whether it still makes sense or not is answered because both sides are so serious and sovereign. Perhaps we shake hands and part ways.”