Germany or England? The Moroccan goalkeeper, sparkling at the World Cup 2022 with the Atlas Lions, could leave Spain this winter.
Among the main files to follow during the winter mercato which opens this Sunday, January 1, that of Yassine Bounou. The Sevilla goalkeeper sparkled with Morocco during the 2022 World Cup. He is one of the main architects of the Atlas Lions' success in reaching the semi-finals. After his performances in Qatar, the winner of the Zamora trophy has seen his value soar with the big European teams entering the fray. Among the clubs that are currently eyeing him are Manchester United and Bayern Munich.
The German club is looking for a goalkeeper to replace Manuel Neuer. The latter is seriously injured and will be out until the end of the season. The name of Keylor Navas has been mentioned, but according to Foot Mercato, the Bavarians are now targeting Yassine Bounou. The same source reports that they have begun discussions with the player's entourage.
Champions League or Europa League
A great opportunity for the Moroccan goalkeeper to play the Champions League with Bayern, a serious candidate for the final victory. And in case of signing, the 31-year-old player would join his compatriot Noussair Mazraoui.
But Bayern Munich is not the only club looking to recruit Yassine Bounou. Manchester United is also interested in the profile of the Sevilla keeper. Foot Mercato reveals that the Mancunians want to hand over the keys to their goal to the Atlas Lion. A way to put two irons in the fire because the discussions for an extension of the Spaniard David De Gea have not yet succeeded.
The leaders of the English club are currently discussing with the representatives of Yassine Bounou, according to Foot Mercato. If he chooses to join the North of England rather than Germany, the Moroccan goalkeeper will have to settle for the Europa League. The Red Devils will face Barcelona in the round of 16. An old acquaintance of the Atlas Lion.
