Bayern Munich have issued a strong statement emphasising their credentials after Florian Wirtz decided to snub them in favour of Liverpool.
Jan-Christian Dreesen, Bayern’s CEO, referenced Bayern’s involvement in this summer’s Club World Cup to highlight their stature in the game after missing out on Wirtz.
“Much more has been written than spoken,” Dreesen said to TZ, as quoted by the ECHO. “FC Bayern is one of the absolute top clubs in Europe and the world. Our appeal among fans, but also among players, is enormous.
“The fact that not every player will end up with us is simply part of the package; it’s the same for other top clubs. But everyone knows: with FC Bayern, you can win everything every year, you’re involved in every competition – the upcoming Club World Cup is a good example of that.
“Just look at which clubs are represented there – and, most of all, which (clubs) aren’t. The best European clubs are competing there – including FC Bayern. Our appeal, sporting ambitions, and economic power are well known to all top players around the world.”