Thiago Alcantara has a deal in place with Manchester United or Liverpool, or both, says former Bayern Munich boss Uli Hoeness.
The former president of the German giants, who left his role last November, revealed that Thiago has been offered a new four-year contract, but that the player is eager for a new challenge.
Liverpool appeared to be front row for the Spanish international all summer, but United were also hyped for a move, as Hoeness controlled both Premier League rivals.
“We offered him [Thiago] a very good four year contract but at the last minute he changed his mind and told us he wants a new challenge, “Hoeness told Sport 1.
“He probably has a deal with Liverpool or Manchester United, or both. Both clubs have not come to us with an offer. They are bluffing and probably wait until the last week of the window to make a cheap offer. The Bayern have to decide whether they want to play this game or keep their position and keep Thiago. “
However, MEN understand that United have no plans to move for the Bayern Munich midfielder and are convinced that his representatives and Bayern are using their name to pressure Liverpool to make an offer.
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