Local reports have emerged that Tottenham Hotspur is ahead in the recruitment of Leroy Sané (29, Bayern Munich). The likelihood of the transfer becoming a reality is steadily increasing.

German outlet 'CF Bayern Insider' reported on the 31st (Korea time) that "Tottenham is ahead of Arsenal and Chelsea in the recruitment of Leroy Sané." Sané is expected to become a free agent this summer, and it is known that he recently rejected a contract extension offer made by Bayern.

Sané has been maintaining a solid performance since joining Bayern after leaving Manchester City in 2020, recording 61 goals and 55 assists in official matches. However, amid sluggish contract negotiations recently, the possibility of a move to London has rapidly emerged. It seems that his desire to play in a location closer to his family is influencing the transfer.

Earlier that day, 'Sky Sports' reported that "Sané's agent Pini Zahavi and Bayern's Director General Max Eberl met on the 28th (local time) and continued discussions in a positive atmosphere."

Although no signatures have been reached yet, Bayern is reportedly still optimistic about renewing Sané's contract. However, on the same day, conflicting reports emerged indicating that the negotiations have not been proceeding positively.

According to reports, Bayern is preparing a new proposal to retain Sané, raising his existing salary from €10 million (about 14.4 billion won) to a level between €12 million and €13 million (about 17.3 billion to 18.8 billion won). However, a decision has not yet been made.

According to reports, Bayern's football director Max Eberl directly met with Sané's agent Zahavi this week to advance negotiations, and a final decision is imminent. However, there are variables. Zahavi prefers Sané's transfer to Tottenham and has maintained a longstanding friendship with Tottenham Chairman Daniel Levy. Local reports state that "Levy is coordinating the recruitment of Sané from behind the scenes."

If the transfer is realized, it would be a tremendous boost for Tottenham. Following their victory in the Europa League, Tottenham secured a spot in the UEFA Champions League for next season, successfully returning to the European stage independent of their league performance (17th), and acquiring a talent like Sané could swiftly reverse the team's diminished image.

Additionally, recent reports have suggested that Son Heung-min (33, Tottenham) may be leaving for Saudi Arabia, leading to analyses that Chairman Levy might be viewing Sané as a replacement for Son.

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