Bayern Munich are closely monitoring Club Brugge forward Nicolo Tresoldi as a potential second attacking option behind Harry Kane ahead of the summer transfer window, according to reports from tz and the Münchner Merkur.
- Valuation Surge: Brugge command an asking price between 40 and 50 million euros, significantly raising the financial stakes for any suitor.
- Squad Rotation: Tresoldi’s arrival would directly challenge existing depth options behind Kane, impacting minutes for current squad alternatives.
- International Stock: A campaign with Germany’s Under-21 side or a decision regarding which national team to represent could influence his future.
The 22-year-old striker has captured attention across Europe following a prolific run in Belgium and the Champions League. Tresoldi moved to Brugge from Hannover 96 in July 2025 for a reported 7.5 million euros.
Since that transfer, he has netted eight goals in eleven Jupiler Pro League games alongside five goals in four Champions League appearances. His output includes a historic hat-trick against Inter Milan, numbers that quickly drew scouts from top continental clubs.
Bayern have sent representatives to Belgium several times to assess the German-Italian forward. Although Harry Kane extended his contract until 2029, club leadership views Tresoldi as a necessary long-term profile to ease the physical burden on the England captain.
Yet, winter departures are entirely off the table, as the Belgian daily Het Nieuwsblad reports that Brugge consider the player not for sale at the turn of the year regardless of incoming bids.
Kane operates as an irreplaceable focal point in Vincent Kompany’s tactical setup, contributing ten assists in 15 matches this season while missing only seven competitive fixtures through injury over three years. Sporting director Max Eberl and Kompany previously indicated faith in internal alternatives like Ismael Saibari and Serge Gnabry to shoulder minutes when Kane sits.
Bayern's primary priority for the summer transfer window is finding a reliable left-wing alternative to Luis Diaz. Investing 40 to 50 million euros into a backup center-forward might conflict with other squad needs. Tresoldi requires high-level developmental minutes, making a direct challenge to an entrenched starter a complicated proposition for his career trajectory.
Competition for Tresoldi extends far beyond Germany, with AC Milan emerging as a heavily discussed destination driven by the player’s personal admiration for the club. His father, Emmanuele, told Gazzetta dello Sport that the striker fell in love with Milan’s historic attacking legends, stating, “His dream is to wear the AC Milan shirt.” Consequently, Rossoneri chiefs have treated pursuit of the forward as a high-priority directive.
| Metric / Detail | Club Brugge Record | Financial & Contract Context |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Fee (2025) | €7.5 million (from Hannover 96) | Under contract until 2029 |
| Current Asking Price | — | €40 million to €50 million |
Milan currently compete in the Europa League rather than the Champions League, trailing domestic rivals Inter in Serie A dominance. Beyond club football, Tresoldi faces a defining international choice between Germany, Italy, and Argentina.
Italy manager Roberto Mancini confirmed intensive efforts from the federation to secure the forward, noting that Mancini and Claudio Ranieri have both spoken with him directly. Meanwhile, Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp has also held discussions, though Tresoldi plans to defer his final decision until after the Under-21 European Championship.
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