Bavarian Podcast Works S7E16: Checking on where Bayern Munich stands as we hit the international break; Has Jamal Musiala made the leap?; Checking out Germany’s roster; and MORE!

Given the subject matter, there is not much need for a preamble when it comes to Bayern Munich — this offseason has been filled with peaks and valleys. Let’s discuss those and a lot more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show. This is what we have on tap:Bayern Munich is reportedly going to pass on a transfer of Bayer Leverkusen center-back Jonathan Tah — even if it sells Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United. Or maybe not, who knows?What Vincent Kompany’s plan to use Joshua Kimmich in the central midfield means for João Palhinha, Leon Goretzka, Konrad Laimer — and the biggest loser, Aleksandar Pavlović. Plus, how this affects the right-back candidates, Josip Stanišić and Sacha Boey.What do we need to look for during Bayern Munich’s friendly vs. Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.Finally, we are taking some dragon fire straight to that House of the Dragon season finale...yup, it was terrible and confirmed that this season was all about treading water — a mortal sin for a show.Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Elo 202453min

We are in the home stretch of the summer transfer window and Bayern Munich still has some moves to make to help thin out the herd on the roster. Who might stay? Who might go? That will all be determined in the next few weeks.Given all of that, we have a lot to discuss. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:The season is starting to feel real isn’t it?With less than a month left in the transfer window, Bayern Munich has to finalize some moves and potentially make a few others. Check out Bayern Munich’s final “for sale” list.Why Xavi Simons chose RB Leipzig over Bayern and why it might not be the last we hear on him in these parts.The latest on Joshua Kimmich and why it is not such a certainty that he will sign a contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Elo 202447min

Bayern Munich went to Seoul, South Korea and came away with an impressive win over Tottenham Hotspur, dominating the game and scoring two goals. Meanwhile, on the PR side of things, Thomas Müller has been getting more attention than ever. Players, coaches, and executives can’t stop talking about how much of a “legend” he is, leading to a oversaturation of common buzzwords. Is something afoot?In this episode, INNN discusses the following topics:The five major things Vincent Kompany got RIGHT vs Spurs.Why this matters for the upcoming season.Why some players seemed to settle into the new system despite a lack of prior training.Similarities (and differences) to Pep, Nagelsmann, and Flick.Putting the brakes on the hype train (just a little).Why loaning Bryan Zaragoza seems like a good idea.Conspiracy: Bayern Munich has begun to plan the “end” of Thomas Müller, and the current PR is a tool to make that happen.Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Elo 202443min

Bayern Munich came out of the gates flying against Tottenham Hotspur during the friendly between the two teams in South Korea.In what was — by far — Bayern Munich’s best half of play during this preseason, the team was electric, played with high energy, and generally made life hell for Tottenham. Using an early goal from Gabriel Vidović, Bayern Munich never really relented until late in the match to ultimately capture a 2-1 victory.Needless to say, it was an impressive showing, so let’s not delay the excitement and get talking. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show:A look at the starting XI.A rundown of the scoring and subs.Some general thoughts on just how good — and FUN — Bayern Munich looked.A pat on the back for Vincent Kompany.If Bayern Munich can get this version of Serge Gnabry, there is no reason to keep trying to sell him.Did any concerns arise? Well, yeah, but just a few.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Elo 202438min

Bayern Munich took off for its jaunt in Asia where it will continue its preparation for the 2024/25 campaign. Competition on the squad will be fierce, moves will still be made (transfers in and out), and fan excitement/anxiety will likely start to skyrocket.What better time to gauge how we are all feeling? Let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:How about a heat check on where fans stand at this point of the transfer window?Joshua Kimmich is reportedly going to play out his contract — what does that mean for him and why it could be bad news for Bayern Munich.Noussair Mazraoui is just about gone, will Matthijs de Ligt follow him to Manchester United?The Entertainment Rundown featuring takes on House of the Dragon and…BlackBerry (!?). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Elo 202434min

Bayern Munich looks set to continue onward in its preseason knowing that changes are (maybe) coming.An overloaded roster will eventually have to be addressed, but Vincent Kompany will have to deal with that, while also figuring out exactly what he has in this group and how he wants them to play.That will be no easy task. Needless to say, we have a lot to chat about.This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:Is Bayern Munich’s front office taking an amateurish approach to this transfer window?João Palhinha looks and sounds like the real deal...can he avoid the pitfalls that have felled other big Bayern Munich signings?Despite the poor showings in friendlies, it is not time to panic at Bayern Munich just yet.Is it inevitable that Jamal Musiala leaves Bayern Munich next summer? Will Florian Wirtz replace him? Some things appear to be in motion, so let’s discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Heinä 202437min

Bayern Munich are fresh off a meek 1-1 draw with fifth-tier team FC Düren and are rewarded with a long-term injury to Hiroki Ito. Vincent Kompany’s second game in charge has not inspired much confidence in his tenure but it’s still early days. otherwise he’s doing his best Julian Nagelsmann impressionIn this episode, RIPLT will discuss the following:A recap of the Düren gameScrutinizing player performancesCalling Bayern out on their lack of game coverage and why it won’t help their brandA look at the transfer moves made by Bayern and their league rivals (Stuttgart, Dortmund, Leipzig)How Hiroki Ito’s injury leads to Jonathan Tah (again) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Heinä 202430min

The Vincent Kompany Era is underway and fans got their first game day taste of what Bayern Munich might be when the squad dismantled FC Rottech-Egern 14-1.Even that beatdown did not calm some of the uneasiness that fans have been feeling about how things are progressing during this offseason. So, let’s talk about that and a lot more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show. This is what we have on tap:Bayern Munich never really had a shot with Xavi Simons — and what that tells us about Max Eberl.It’s okay to be caught somewhere between uneasy and excited about the team at the moment.At this stage, there might not be any difference making transfer that will help the team this season.Takes on House of the Dragon and Cobra Kai...and a few other random thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 Heinä 202441min