Ryan Gravenberch has confirmed his dedication to Bayern Munich despite rumors that he would sign for Liverpool this summer.
The former Ajax player is claimed to have’shrugged’ when asked about the Anfield rumors in particular before waxing lyrical about his Bavarian dream.
“I anticipate continuing to play for Bayern in the upcoming season. I truly feel that way about it, the Dutchman said to AD.nl.
I belong to a top three club in the globe. I find that to be lovely and unique.
“I don’t readily give up. I still want to do well at Bayern.
The 21-year-old, who had previously played in the Eredivisie, did, however, acknowledge the challenges he faced in adjusting to his diminished playing time in Germany: That was extremely challenging for me.
Players refusing to openly admit that they want a move in a bid to keep both relevant parties sweet is far from being a novel tactic.
That said, it’s likewise entirely possible that Gravenberch is entirely happy with the prospect of remaining at Bayern Munich and testing his fortunes under new coach Thomas Tuchel. It’s a reality Liverpool must at least test, of course, though one we should quickly wrap our heads around if it indeed turns out that the possibility of increased minutes at Anfield isn’t tempting enough.
We’re hardly short of alternative targets beyond what appears to be a first-choice option in Nice’s Khephren Thuram, with the likes of Manu Kone, Gabri Veiga and Romeo Lavia also admired.
Still, it would be a marked shame to see Gravenberch’s talent go to waste on the Bayern bench for yet another season.
