Overview
- Board member Max Eberl said Lennart Karl apologized for his Real Madrid remark and that the matter is settled internally.
- Sporting director Christoph Freund described the comment as typical of a 17-year-old, noting Karl apologized the next day and once had a childhood trial at Madrid.
- Sport Bild reports Bayern are seeking to extend Karl’s deal to 2031 with a significant pay rise, a plan not yet announced by the club.
- Karl scored twice in a 5-0 friendly win over RB Salzburg on Tuesday, continuing a strong run of form.
- The 17-year-old has six goals and two assists in 22 competitive appearances this season, with his current pathway expected to convert his youth deal into a pro contract through 2029 when he turns 18.