The injury crisis at FC Bayern is taking on increasingly dramatic proportions. Following the 2-2 draw against Borussia Dortmund, the German record champions are facing several long-term absences on the offensive side. While club officials remain cautious about potential winter transfers, fans are already discussing specific names. One former BVB star in particular is drawing attention: Jadon Sancho.

In the Bundesliga classic, three attacking players—Ismael Saibari, Serge Gnabry, and Michael Olise—had to be substituted due to injuries. Saibari and Gnabry, in particular, are expected to be sidelined for an extended period. Sporting director Max Eberl explained after the final whistle: “Both injuries look more serious.”

With two other attackers—Jamal Musiala and Luis Díaz—already sidelined, the personnel situation at the record champions is extremely tight. Should the suspicion of prolonged absences be confirmed, only Harry Kane and Lennart Karl would be available as fully fit attacking players for the time being.

Bayern fans are bringing Sancho into the conversation

In light of the numerous injuries, some Bayern supporters are calling for reinforcements for the offense. The name Jadon Sancho is also being discussed.

The 26-year-old Englishman has been a free agent since last summer and could therefore, in principle, be signed even outside the regular transfer window.

Sancho knows the Bundesliga inside and out. During his time at Borussia Dortmund, the winger was one of the league’s most standout offensive players. With his technique, speed, and creativity, he could, on paper, fill several positions in Munich’s attack.

However, there are also significant question marks surrounding a potential signing.

The former England international hasn’t played in a competitive match in more than four months. He’s currently keeping fit with a private trainer. It’s therefore questionable whether he could help FC Bayern perform at the highest level on short notice.

Added to this are his financial demands. Sancho was most recently linked with a move to Getafe. However, the transfer is said to have fallen through due to his salary demands.

According to reports, the Englishman is demanding just under six million euros through the end of the season.

Dreesen currently sees no need for a transfer

The fact that Sancho is now being discussed among Bayern fans does not, however, mean that the Munich club is actually considering signing him. There have been no concrete indications of talks between the record champions and the attacking player so far.

Furthermore, CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen made it clear after the Dortmund game that Bayern does not currently want to make any hasty transfer decisions. “No, I don’t think we need to make any further signings. Lucho is on the right track, and Jamal will be back soon. We shouldn’t commit to anything too soon,” explained the Bayern boss.

Munich is therefore initially counting on the return of its injured key players.

However, the pending diagnoses for Saibari, Gnabry, and Olise could change the situation once again.

There are particular concerns regarding Saibari. The Moroccan left the Allianz Arena on crutches after the derby. Gnabry, too, faces a prolonged absence due to muscle issues.

This makes squad planning increasingly complicated for interim coach Aaron Danks. The next major challenge in the Champions League—against Atlético Madrid—is already coming up on Tuesday.

It remains to be seen whether Sancho will actually become an option for FC Bayern. At this point, it’s merely a suggestion from the fan base—not a concrete transfer rumor.

This article was translated into English by AI. You can read the original version here https://fcbinside.de/2026/11/01/verletzungsdrama-beim-fc-bayern-wird-jadon-sancho-jetzt-ein-thema/.