Jens Lehmann and Lothar Matthaus both believe that Bayern Munich
making a potential £55million bid to sign Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez
would be a positive move.
Forward Sanchez has one year left on his contract at Emirates Stadium
and has been heavily linked with an exit at the end of the season, with
the German champions reportedly among the frontrunners in the race for
his signature.
Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Lehmann thinks the Chile international would be
a good fit at Bayern, even though he represents a different proposition
to their usual target.
"He would fit in at Bayern, although he is not the typical wide player they are seeking," Lehmann said to Sky Deutschland.
"He likes to cut inside, I have seen players that make better decisions on the pitch, but perhaps he can learn that.
"He is a street footballer, you notice that when he is on the
pitch. Playing him in a system is not so easy but it would be nice to
see him in the Bundesliga."
Meanwhile, Bayern legend Matthaus thinks Sanchez would represent an
ideal attacking addition to supplement Robert Lewandowski, particularly
with Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben nearing the end of their careers.
"He is a player that could follow in the footsteps of Ribery and
Robben, but he wouldn't have to hide behind any of them," said Matthaus.
"He is dangerous in front of goal and can play in a wide range of offensive positions.
"Bayern have only one genuine number nine with Lewandowski at the
moment. Adding the option of Sanchez would improve their attacking
quality."
Sanchez plans to discuss his future with manager Arsene Wenger once
the 2016-17 season is over, but revealed on Sunday the desire to win the
biggest trophies would be a factor in his decision.
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