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Bayern Teen Lennart Karl Scores Again as Premier League Giants Step Up Scouting

Bayern retain leverage with the 17-year-old tied to 2028 and a reported €70–80m valuation, making serious bids more likely in summer 2026.

Overview

  • Karl became Bayern’s youngest-ever Champions League goalscorer against Club Brugge at 17 years and 242 days.
  • He followed up with his first Bundesliga goal off the bench in a 3-0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach as Bayern extended their perfect run to 13 straight victories in all competitions.
  • Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City had representatives at the Brugge match to watch Karl, according to reports sourced by CaughtOffside.
  • The winger signed his first professional contract on June 1, 2025, running to 2028, and Bayern are said to value him at €70–80 million while intending to keep him.
  • Coaches and former players, including Vincent Kompany, Arjen Robben, and Harry Kane, have praised Karl’s progress as he earns more senior minutes and contributes goals and an assist this season.