Bayern Munich still keen on Leroy Sane transfer this summer as Man City eye shock Serge Gnabry swap deal
BAYERN MUNICH are still keen on signing Leroy Sane this summer – but Man City are eyeing a shock move for Serge Gnabry in return.
German winger Gnabry has been flying in the Bundesliga in what is proving the breakthrough season of his career.
It is understood Pep Guardiola has personally watched the 24-year-old on occasions this term.
He has also sent his scouts to keep tabs on the ex-Arsenal player, who have been impressed by his performances.
And Gnabry is seen as a potential long-term replacement for Sane, who is wanted by Bayern the other way.
SunSport understands the duo could be part of a player-plus cash deal, which could suit both parties.
City are keen to bring in a wide forward during the next transfer window, with a list of targets written up.
Bayern looked at signing Sane in January and last summer, but his long-term injury problems scuppered any potential move. He has made just one appearance this season, in the Community Shield, before the season started.
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Man City have been desperately trying to get the Germany international, 24, to sign a new contract at the Etihad.
However, he has so far refused and will see his current deal expire in the summer of 2021.
With so little time left on his deal, and with no sign of a breakthrough in contract talks, an exit at the end of the season appears inevitable.
A huge problem over any potential deal involving Gnabry and Sane though is the two-year Champions League ban handed out by Uefa last week.
However, an Etihad source said: “Pep wants to add to his options up front and a number of players have already been mentioned."
Gnabry was dumped by Arsenal in 2016 after coming through their academy, but failing to make the first-team regularly.
He caught the eye earlier this season after a stunning four goal salvo against Tottenham in the Champions League group stage.
If Man City look elsewhere, Leon Bailey is one winger that has been mentioned, and could be available for around £25m from Bayer Leverkusen.
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The Jamaican, 22, has only scored five times this campaign, but has shown a lot of promise in the past.
Mikel Oyarzabal has been impressive for Real Sociedad, but his huge fee could prove an issue.
The 22-year-old is under contract until 2024, and the Spanish side would want around £70m for his services.