Bayern Munich face fresh fears over their youth strategy with 18-year-old Adin Licina attracting strong interest from rival European clubs. The highly-rated playmaker has yet to commit to a new deal, leaving Vincent Kompany battling to prove there is a clear first-team pathway at the Allianz Arena.
Bayern Munich are bracing for another potential blow to their academy pipeline as teenage playmaker Adin Licina continues to draw interest from top clubs across Europe.
According to Sky Sport, several sides have already made approaches for the Germany U19 international, whose contract runs until June 2026. Bayern fear that without a breakthrough into the senior squad, the 18-year-old could run down his deal and leave on a free transfer, a scenario that would echo the departure of Paul Wanner to PSV earlier this summer.
Kompany’s Youth Promise Tested
New head coach Vincent Kompany has spoken openly about trusting young players, but the handling of Bayern’s prospects has come under scrutiny. Wanner’s exit, along with frustrations expressed by other youngsters like Lennart Karl, has sparked questions about whether Bayern’s pathway to the first team is truly open. For Licina, a clear plan for Bundesliga minutes will be decisive.
The midfielder impressed during preseason last year, featuring in a friendly against Tottenham in South Korea, and is widely regarded as one of the most gifted products of the Bayern Campus.
A Playmaker Ready for Senior Football
Licina has built a reputation as a technically gifted creator with growing physical presence. Now standing 1.85m tall and clocking a top speed of 34.6 km/h, he has become a more robust and dynamic option in midfield. His record in youth competitions speaks volumes: nine goals and three assists in the U19 Bundesliga last season, alongside valuable UEFA Youth League experience.
His versatility as a playmaker capable of dictating games has only increased the interest of foreign scouts, who see him as a long-term investment.
The Stakes for Bayern
For Bayern, retaining Licina is about more than one player — it is about credibility. Losing another top prospect would underline concerns about how the club handles youth integration. If Kompany cannot convince him that the first team is a realistic destination, Bayern risk repeating past mistakes.
Licina, meanwhile, holds a strong bargaining position. Continued standout displays at youth and international level will only enhance his options, leaving Bayern under pressure to act swiftly to secure his future.
