Ryan Gravenberch has asked Bayern Munich to 'soften' their stance on a potential exit in the summer transfer window, according to reports. The midfielder has been linked with a move away from the Allianz Arena despite only joining the German champions last year.
The Netherlands international cost only £20million last June, signing a five-year deal. However, his minutes have been limited with only four starts all season and has now been tipped to seek an escape route in the summer.
Arsenal have been linked with the midfielder, with the opportunity of regular minutes in north London an attractive factor. And since being tipped to join the north Londoners, Gravenberch received glowing references in comparison to Jude Bellingham.
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Now, with Thomas Tuchel getting his feet under the table in Germany, it has emerged that Gravenberch has requested that Munich lower their stance on his future at the end of the season. It had been reported in Germany that Bayern have no intention of selling the Dutchman, but the Gunners target is now said to be doing his best to get the wheels moving.
According to 90mins, Gravenberch - who is valued at £35million by CIES Football Observatory - has urged the club to listen to any offers which may arrive. Liverpool have identified alternatives to Borussia Dortmund's Bellingham, though Manchester United are also monitoring the situation.
The Gunners are keen to bolster their options in midfield throughout the summer, with Declan Rice the priority, football.london understands. Other players have been shortlisted - including Brighton's Moises Caicedo - with Gravenberch said to be on the list.
However, with Liverpool's desperation for a new midfielder after a poor showing this season, the future of the Dutchman looks most likely to be at Anfield - should Bayern sanction a deal.
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