Bundesliga champion Bayern Munich is accelerating the acquisition of Brighton & Hove Albion's Japanese national team winger Kaoru Mitoma (28). With Leroy Sané's contract renewal stalled, Mitoma has emerged as a key alternative for strengthening the flanks.

According to Germany's 'Sky Sports' on the 24th (Korea time), "Bayern is now actively pursuing the signing of Mitoma this summer" and reported that "with discussions regarding Sané's contract renewal stalled, the need to strengthen the attacking flanks has increased."

In fact, Bayern has reportedly sent scouts several times to directly assess Mitoma's performance in the Premier League.

According to reports on the day, Mitoma has scored 10 goals and provided 3 assists in 35 Premier League matches this season, playing a key role in Brighton's attack. He is praised for his tactical flexibility, being proficient with both feet and capable of playing on both flanks, as well as creating 35 chances and winning 27 aerial duels, providing various attacking options.

Specific transfer operations have also come to light. Florian Plettenberg, a reporter for Germany's 'Sky Sports', reported on the 25th that "Max Eberl and Christoph Freund, directors of Bayern, have already met directly with Mitoma's agent. It has also been confirmed that Mitoma is open to a transfer."

He added, "Brighton wants to retain Mitoma, but negotiations are currently possible at a transfer fee of about 50 million euros (approximately 77.7 billion won)."

According to the explanation, Mitoma is evaluated as a replacement for Kingsley Coman and Sané, and is at the top of Bayern's summer winger acquisition list. While no official offers or agreements have been made yet, Bayern is also in contact with the side of Rafael Leão, managed by Jorge Mendes, reviewing multiple options.

Meanwhile, the rumor of Mitoma's transfer comes shortly after reports from 'The Mirror' connecting Bayern to Crystal Palace star midfielder Eberechi Eze, indicating that Bayern is focusing on talented second-line resources in the Premier League.

Aiming for a resurgence on the European stage, Bayern has begun restructuring the squad to enhance its competitiveness in next season's UEFA Champions League. Should Mitoma don Bayern's jersey, it could serve as a starting point for reconstructing Bayern's attack beyond just a simple transfer.

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