Bayern Munich Loses a Key Partner
Bayern Munich has lost a key partner for young player development. MLS club LAFC ends cooperation with Grasshoppers. The consequences for the club are significant.
What's Next?
MLS club LAFC has announced that it will end its cooperation with Grasshoppers. The reasons for this decision are not clear. However, it is believed that the harsh criticism of Grasshoppers' fans towards the international investor construct was a significant factor.
How Affected is Bayern Munich?
Bayern Munich has profited from the cooperation with Grasshoppers. The club has loaned young players to Grasshoppers and earned millions of euros. The sale of Jonathan Asp Jensen to La Coruna, for example, brought in 6 million euros.
What's Next?
MLS club LAFC will primarily work with Austrian second-tier side Wacker Innsbruck in the future. However, it is still unclear whether Bayern Munich will benefit from this new partnership.
Statistics
- Jonathan Asp Jensen: 9 goals in 40 games for Grasshoppers
- Nestory Irankunda: 3 million euros for Bayern Munich through the sale to Watford FC
- Lovro Zvonarek: 1.5 million euros for Bayern Munich through the sale to Estrela Amadora
- Grayson Dettoni: Permanent for Darmstadt 98 after the loan spell at Grasshoppers
