Bayern's bid for Liverpool teen winger Ngumoha collapses

Bayern Munich's attempt to sign Liverpool's teenage winger Rio Ngumoha collapsed after the clubs failed to reach an agreement, despite the German side having secured a verbal agreement with the player himself. The 17-year-old remains a Liverpool player, with the Premier League club insisting he is not for sale.

According to reports, Bayern Munich had been negotiating with Ngumoha and his representatives for several weeks. A full verbal agreement between the player and Bayern was reportedly reached on May 26. Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany, who is driving the club's transfer strategy, approved the move after personal talks with the young attacker. The Bundesliga champions view Ngumoha as a primary target to bolster their options on the left side of their attack.

However, the proposed transfer deal collapsed shortly thereafter. No contact was made between Bayern Munich and Liverpool's management to formalize the move. Liverpool officials have consistently stated that Ngumoha is not available for transfer and that the club plans to strengthen its attacking unit this summer rather than weaken it by selling key prospects.

Ngumoha enjoyed a breakout season for Liverpool during the...