Bayern Munich wanted to sign 15-year-old attacking talent Niko Ilicevic from Eintracht Frankfurt. The young left-footer is already part of the Frankfurt senior squad and trains alongside players like Mario Götze.
The Munich club identified the youth player as a major talent for the future. Coaches and officials at Eintracht Frankfurt are impressed by his pace, technique and goal threat. Even the Germany national team coach has taken note of him, according to those close to the situation.
Despite interest from Bayern and also from FC Barcelona, Eintracht Frankfurt has made a key personnel decision. The club is determined to keep Ilicevic and has concrete plans for his further development. He is expected to make his Bundesliga debut soon.
For Bayern Munich, the action resumes after the international break with an away fixture at FC Augsburg on October 10. Munich will look to stabilise their recent form, which has been mixed with two wins, one draw and two defeats in their last five matches (LWLDW). The injury list, featuring Konrad Laimer, remains manageable.
The original report is at Bild Sport
