Transfer Round-Up: Bayern Munich rule out Florian Wirtz move as Jules Kounde and Bernd Leno targeted

Bayern Munich rule out Florian Wirtz move, target Jules Kounde

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has ruled out a £106m move for Florian Wirtz (23) from Liverpool, citing absolute confidence in Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry. Instead, Bayern have turned their attention to Barcelona's 27-year-old defender Jules Kounde to bolster their backline in the winter window.

Dortmund chase 19-year-old wonderkid Marcel Regula

Borussia Dortmund have reignited their pursuit of 19-year-old midfielder Marcel Regula from Zaglebie Lubin. The Polish starlet has netted twice in nine appearances this season, with Dortmund ready to offload first-team players to pave the way for his arrival.

RB Leipzig secure record UEFA compensation payout

RB Leipzig have received €353,000 in compensation from UEFA after releasing 16 players for the Nations League. This represents the highest payout in Germany from a total €31.5m budget distributed among 611 clubs.