Bayern Munich Nearly Signed Barcelona‘s Lamine Yamal in 2022
Barcelona’s rising star, Lamine Yamal, was almost playing for Bayern Munich two years ago. The German powerhouse made a substantial offer for the then-14-year-old winger in the summer of 2022,according to a report from bild. This revelation underscores the intense competition for top young talent in European football and highlights how pivotal agent intervention can be in shaping a player’s career trajectory.
While Bayern’s primary target was reportedly Gavi, the club also aggressively pursued Yamal, tabling a bid of €5 million for the promising prospect. Had the transfer materialized, Barcelona would have been deprived of a player now considered a frontrunner for the 2024 Ballon d’Or and a key component of Hansi Flick’s squad.
The potential departure was averted by the influence of renowned agent Jorge Mendes,who successfully persuaded Yamal to remain with Blaugrana. This decision appears increasingly justified as Yamal has swiftly ascended to prominence, securing a place in Barcelona’s starting eleven and earning his first caps for the Spanish national team.
Yamal has begun the 2025/2026 season strongly, contributing two goals and three assists in his first three La liga appearances. His current market value, as assessed by Transfermarkt, stands at €200 million.
