Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has been linked with a move to the Premier League, with Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United all reportedly interested in the 20-year-old Netherlands international. Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, who only arrived at Bayern Munich at the end of March after the surprise sacking of Julian Nagelsmann, is currently assessing Gravenberch’s future at the club. Gravenberch has struggled for opportunities at Bayern since he joined them from Ajax last year, with Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, and Jamal Musiala all regular starters and ahead of him in the pecking order. Marcel Sabitzer also found game time hard to come by in Bavaria as a result and was shipped out to Manchester United on loan in January, though even the Austrian’s exit did not create more opportunities for Gravenberch.
Tuchel has shared his opinion on Gravenberch, saying that he sees his qualities in training and that he is a No.8 who can turn and dribble very well. However, Tuchel also emphasized the importance of patience and fighting to be there, adding that Gravenberch did well when he was subbed on against Freiburg. Tuchel’s current job is to assess Gravenberch’s future at the club, but he is not thinking any further than Hoffenheim right now.
Gravenberch admitted to ESPN earlier this season that he was frustrated at Bayern under ex-boss Nagelsmann. He said that he wanted to play, but the manager chose other players, and he had to accept it. He was hoping for more minutes, but he had to be quiet in his head.
Liverpool have already opened talks with Gravenberch over a summer transfer, according to The Sun. Arsenal and United are also said to be interested in the midfielder. Gravenberch is a highly rated young player who has shown his potential at Ajax and for the Netherlands national team. He has the ability to play in a number of positions in midfield and has a good range of passing, as well as being comfortable on the ball and able to beat players with his dribbling skills.
If Gravenberch were to move to the Premier League, he would be joining a highly competitive league with some of the best midfielders in the world. Liverpool, Arsenal, and United all have strong midfield options, but Gravenberch could add depth and quality to their squads. He would also be able to develop his game further under the guidance of experienced coaches and playing alongside top-quality players.
It remains to be seen whether Gravenberch will leave Bayern Munich this summer, but if he does, he will be a highly sought-after player. His potential and ability have already caught the attention of some of the biggest clubs in Europe, and he could be a valuable addition to any team that signs him. Tuchel’s assessment of Gravenberch’s future at Bayern Munich will be crucial in determining whether he stays or goes, but either way, Gravenberch’s future looks bright.