Report: Bayern inquired about Schmeichel
Bild reports that Bayern Munich had lined up Kasper Schmeichel as an alternative to Yann Sommer.
Yesterday, Bayern Munich finally confirmed the signing of Yann Sommer, who has arrived from Gladbach to replace the long-term injured Manuel Neuer.
Bild now reports that the German champions had a prominent alternative lined up in case the deal failed.
Per the German tabloid, Bayern had inquired about Kasper Schmeichel, who had signalled interest in a move from Nice to Allianz Arena.
However, Bayern ultimately managed to get a deal for Sommer over the line for a transfer fee of up to €9.5 million.