Bayern and Kompany set sights on former Jupiler star Luka Vušković

Luka Vušković, the 19‑year‑old Croatian who impressed in the Jupiler Pro League with Westerlo, has attracted renewed interest from Bayern Munich, now led by former player‑manager Vincent Kompany. The defender recently completed a €54 million move from Tottenham to Brighton, where he is contracted until 2031. Bayern’s renewed pursuit comes as the German champions look to reshuffle their central‑defence options.

Pro League breakthrough and early career

Vušković spent the 2024‑2025 season on loan at Westerlo, featuring in 36 league matches and scoring seven goals from centre‑back. His performances quickly marked him as one of the Jupiler Pro League’s standout talents. After his Belgian spell he moved to Hamburg, where he continued to impress before the Tottenham‑to‑Brighton transfer.

Bayern’s renewed interest and obstacles

According to German journalist Christian Falk of CF Bayern Insider, Bayern Munich still list the Croatian on their scouting sheets. The club previously explored a deal but lacked the financial means and a squad place for another centre‑back. Current reports suggest Bayern must first sell a defender – names such as Kim Min‑jae and Hiroki Ito have been mentioned – to free funds and a roster spot.

While Vušković has expressed personal ambition to join Bayern one day, no formal negotiations or offers have been made. His long‑term contract with Brighton runs to 2031, allowing him to develop further while Bayern monitor his progress. The interest from a club now captained by Vincent Kompany adds a narrative twist for Westerlo, which sees a former loanee linked to the Belgian captain’s new side just a year and a half after his own departure.

For Bayern, securing a defender with proven goal‑scoring ability could bolster their back‑line, but the timing remains uncertain. Should the club complete a sale of an existing centre‑back, Vušković could become a realistic target in the coming transfer windows. Until then, the Croatian will continue his Brighton tenure, with Bayern keeping a close eye on his performances in the Premier League.