Arsenal 'keeping a close eye' on Bayern Munich star Leroy Sané
Arsenal are 'closely watching' Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane over his possible availability next summer, but he could be overtaken by Newcastle Unitedaccording to Caught offside.
The 28-year-old returned to the team for the first time this season in the 6-1 win over Holstein Kiel after missing the first two games of the season against Wolfsburg and Freiburg respectively.
According Caught offsideBayern Munich want to tie Sane down to a new contract with the club, but the German international is not impressed with the Bavarian's new offer which will see his salary reduced.
This could lead to a possible departure from the Allianz Arena to another club with Caught offside Arsenal are 'keeping a close eye' on the winger. The north Londoners could try to sign Sane on a free transfer transfer in 2025, but the report adds that they will face competition from Newcastle.
The Gunners had Sane on their radar in the recently concluded transfer window but opted for the cheaper option of signing Raheem Sterling on loan. ChelseaElsewhere, the Magpies are short on options on the wing following the departures of Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh and Eddie Howe is reported to be an admirer of Sane, the report said.
Sané would fit perfectly at Arsenal
Both Arsenal and Newcastle are in need of attacking reinforcements and are expected to battle it out for the winger's transfer. Sane is valued at around £58m Transfer market So it would be a real bargain if a club could sign him for free.
Sané's speed, creativity and goalscoring ability make him an archetype Mikel ArtetaThe team's winger can play on both flanks and can also play inside, as Leandro Trossard did.
A versatile winger who can play on either flank and with a wealth of top-flight experience, Sane would be a key signing if the Gunners beat off competition from Newcastle to sign the former midfielder. Manchester City abroad.
It's unclear whether Arsenal will make a permanent move for Sterling, but a move for Sane makes a lot of sense.
