Bayern Munich is reportedly contemplating a surprising move for Kalvin Phillips, the underutilized midfielder from Manchester City. Despite being given an opportunity by Pep Guardiola to showcase his skills in the Carabao Cup match against Newcastle United, Phillips failed to make a significant impact. With only 70 minutes of playtime across three substitute appearances in the Premier League this season, it’s evident that he isn’t in Guardiola’s plans, making a January transfer increasingly likely.
Looking at the broader picture, The Sun reports that Bayern is closely monitoring Phillips’ situation, considering a potential move either in the winter transfer window or next summer. Thomas Tuchel, the Bayern manager, believes he can extract the best from Phillips and might pursue a loan deal, similar to their approach with Joao Cancelo in the previous winter window.
Despite City’s willingness to let him go in the summer, Phillips opted to stay and fight for his spot at the Etihad. However, time is running out for him, and to secure his future in English football, he needs to step up his game. If he continues to warm the bench, a move to Bayern could offer him a fresh start and a chance to revive his career.