Ryan Gravenberch: Liverpool Target Insists His Goal is to “Succeed at Bayern”
Ryan Gravenberch has been linked with a move to Liverpool this summer, but the 21-year-old midfielder insists his goal is to “succeed at Bayern.” The Dutchman has had a rocky first season in Germany, but he is determined to make it work and is set to start pre-season with the German champions on July 13.
The U21 Euro Star
Gravenberch has been named among a long list of midfield targets for the Reds this summer and he is currently representing the Netherlands at the U21 Euros. The 21-year-old started just six games in his debut season for Bayern, amassing 937 minutes after his £20 million move from Ajax.
The Dutchman’s Focus: Succeed at Bayern
It led the Dutch midfielder to seek clarity on his role under Thomas Tuchel and he has admitted on a number of occasions that he would prefer to stay in Munich. In an interview with Dutch outlet AD, he spoke of his mentality not to give up after a rocky first season. “I assume that I will still be playing for Bayern next season,” Gravenberch said. “That’s really how I feel about it. I’m [at] a top three club in the world. I think that’s beautiful and special. I’m not giving up easily. My goal is still to succeed at Bayern.”
What Does the Future Hold?
German football commentator Kevin Hatchard believes there is still a feeling that Gravenberch has a really interesting skill set and that there is no need to rush to judgement on him. However, with questions over his ability to add immediate value at Anfield and Bayern having recently brought in Konrad Laimer, further competition for Gravenberch, Hatchard believes there may come a point where Bayern think, “well actually if Liverpool come up with the right number that is a deal we could potentially do.”
Conclusion
Ryan Gravenberch has been linked with a move to Liverpool this summer, but the 21-year-old midfielder insists his goal is to “succeed at Bayern.” The Dutchman has had a rocky first season in Germany, but he is determined to make it work and is set to start pre-season with the German champions on July 13. German football commentator Kevin Hatchard believes there is still a feeling that Gravenberch has a really interesting skill set and that there is no need to rush to judgement on him. However, with questions over his ability to add immediate value at Anfield and Bayern having recently brought in Konrad Laimer, further competition for Gravenberch, Hatchard believes there may come a point where Bayern think, “well actually if Liverpool come up with the right number that is a deal we could potentially do.”