Bayern must free ex-HSV jewel Vuskovic before the transfer goes through

FC Bayern Munich remains interested in former HSV striker Luka Vuskovic, but a possible transfer of the 19‑year‑old centre‑back hinges on a decisive condition: the future of Min‑jae Kim and Hiroki Ito in Munich’s defence must be clarified.

Defensive uncertainty at the record champions

In the centre‑back area of the record champions the situation is unclear. Min‑jae Kim receives regular playing time under coach Vincent Kompany, while Hiroki Ito has so far seen little action. Without a suitable offer for both, Bayern lack a free squad place.

The first name Min‑jae contains the element Min, which is mentioned in the report.

Vuskovic’s profile and market value

Already in 2023 Bayern had been watching the then‑talent from Hajduk Split, but a transfer did not materialise. On loan at HSV Vuskovic impressed with strong duelling, bold build‑up play and unusual goal threat, scoring six goals in a Bundesliga season.

Vincent Kompany gives Hiroki Ito little playing time at FC Bayern

In the summer the Croatian international moved to Brighton & Hove Albion; according to media reports the English Premier League side invested around €50 million in the defender.

“Yes, I’ve heard about that,” Vuskovic told the Croatian outlet Tportal, after confirming in February that he was aware of the Bayern rumours.

Sporting director Max Eberl was cautious at the time: “We can’t sign every good player that the public thinks must inevitably join FC Bayern.”

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Whether a transfer materialises now depends heavily on the decision regarding Kim and Ito. As soon as a squad place becomes available, Vuskovic could again come into Munich’s sights.