Well, Bayern Munich fans, it looks like January might not be as exciting as some of you hoped. Max Eberl, the club’s sporting director, pretty much shut down any talk of big transfer moves. He made it super clear on December 23, 2025, that Bayern isn’t planning any major signings. It’s a bit of a shocker, really.
Eberl was pretty direct about it all. He said they “will not do anything crazy” in the upcoming transfer window. So, if you were expecting some huge names to land in Munich, you might be out of luck. It seems like the club is staying calm, for now anyway.
No Big Spenders This January, Says Eberl
During a press conference, Max Eberl gave a clear message. Bayern isn’t going to be splashing cash in January. He told reporters, quite plainly, that “We are not planning any major signings in January.” This came straight from the horse’s mouth, you know? He also added, “We will not do anything crazy.” That quote was widely reported, including by Goal.com, who covered the press conference extensively.
It’s a different vibe from what some fans might want. There’s always talk of new players. But Eberl is really standing firm here. He feels good about the current squad, apparently. He said, “We are happy with our squad. We have quality, and we trust our players.” That’s a strong statement of confidence, right?
He didn’t completely rule out *everything*, though. Eberl mentioned they might look at “opportunistic” deals. But that’s only if some really exceptional chance comes up. It’s not like they’re actively searching, you know? ESPN also backed up this view, confirming no “spectacular” incomings.
Trusting the Current Squad, Despite the Table
Bayern is sitting in 2nd place in the Bundesliga right now. They’re four points behind leaders Bayer Leverkusen. That’s after a 2-1 win over Augsburg on December 21. So, it’s not a terrible position, but some fans might feel like they need more to catch up.
And yeah, there have been some injuries. Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies, for example. Those are big names to miss. But Eberl seemed unfazed by it. He’s pretty confident in the depth they have. He pointed to summer signings like João Palhinha and Michael Olise. They’re supposed to provide that quality, you see.
The club spent a fair bit in the summer, actually. Around €143m net, according to The Athletic’s analysis. So, it makes sense they might want to hold back now. They’re probably thinking about integrating those new players fully. And focusing on what they already have.
What About Players Leaving?
So, no big names coming in. But what about outgoings? Eberl did touch on that too. He mentioned possible loans for fringe players. Guys like Gabriel Vidović or Nestory Irankunda could go out to get more game time. That makes sense, you want them developing, right?
But don’t expect any big sales. Eberl was clear about that. He pretty much ruled out selling key assets. So, no Joshua Kimmich or Leon Goretzka departures. That’s a relief for many fans, I think. You don’t want to lose your core players in January. Bild.de reported on these potential loan plans, without confirming any deals just yet.
Winter Camp Ahead, Focus on Improvement
The team is heading off to their winter training camp pretty soon. It’s in Doha, Qatar. They’ll be there from December 26 to January 4. This camp is a big deal. It’s a chance to really work on things internally. No distractions from transfer rumors, apparently.
It seems like Eberl and the club want to focus on improving the squad they already have. Getting everyone fit, working on tactics. That’s the plan. All the trusted sources like BBC Sport and Kicker.de are reporting the same thing. No new statements from Eberl have come out since December 23 to change this stance. It’s pretty much set in stone for now.
So, Bayern fans, buckle up for a quiet January. It’s all about trusting the current squad. And getting ready for the second half of the season.
Priyanjan Paul 
Tanya Singh