The midfielder has hinted that his time with the Bavarian club may be coming to an end thanks to his lack of playing time with the Germans
Renato Sanches has hinted at a summer exit from Bayern Munich.
The midfielder made the move to the German giants from Benfica in 2016 for €35 million (£30m/$40m), though his time at the Allianz Arena has not worked out well for club or player.
The 21-year-old made a name for himself with Portugal, helping his nation win Euro 2016, and was viewed as one of the most promising young players in Europe at the time.
But he was loaned out to Swansea City last season and struggled for matches there, and a lack of time on the pitch for the Bavarians has seen him sour on playing for Bayern.
The Portuguese star now says he may need to look at making a move as he seeks more chances at the club level.
"I'm not happy here, I work a lot, but I'm not allowed to play," he told Kicker.
"I want to play more, maybe at a different club, I have to worry about that."
Sanches has played just five times across all competitions for Bayern in 2019, coming on late in matches in all cases, his longest appearance just 16 minutes in a 6-0 thrashing of Borussia Monchengladbach.
The midfielder also still harbours big dreams for his future, writing for The Players' Tribune earlier this month that he still felt he could win the Ballon d'Or in the future.
“Now when I picture my future, [the Ballon d'Or] comes after my new dreams," he said.
But Sanches also admitted even then that his dream of being named the best player in the world would not be possible without more time to prove his value in actual matches.
Chances could be very limited with Sanches down the closing run of the season.
Bayern have just nine Bundesliga matches remaining, along with a German cup quarter-final and whatever may come following that, leaving few matches for the midfielder to make any sort of impact.
The Bavarians are out of the Champions League and face a real fight for the Bundesliga title as well.
They are currently level on points with rivals Borussia Dortmund.
prince kiran
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it's a very Good Decision by him.... Great talented player 👍💪😎
Vabballer2k6
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i really like Renato,can he please get chances to play because he has a bright future
yea bright future in mls....
Vabballer2k6
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I agree with him that he doesn't get as much playing time as he may deserve but if he wants to go somewhere he can play regular he'll be looking for a club as Swansea which he just came back from. I think he should stay at bayern and keep improving and proof he's worth it, and become a starter
with kimmich possibly moving to a defensive midfield role with the addition of Pavard and Goretzka n javi in in the middle. there is no room for him. I'd leave. cause he can't get Thiago spot. so
Jobbopsuy
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it's better we even need much cash for the next mercato,even it means selling you at the same price we shall bye
Tiaalprstz
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this boy has changed he was a next Ronaldo in those matches with Portugal in 2016, but now he lost focus ....he plays just like any other player. how I wish he regained his magic feet...he has so much talent...it is up to him to turn things upside down..sieze the next opportunity
Neek88
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Guys this is an absolute lie. He's already came out and said that this was false.
Datemptuy
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when united go for you at benifica you let your self down and went to bayern stop complaing and prove your self
Sioekmrsuz
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next year when james is gone he will play more.
Wangnao_Wangnaolim
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sekaclmprs
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its not like he's that good , one the other and hand what club would want him. smash a like if you agree
zuyadiu
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I agree with him that he doesn't get as much playing time as he may deserve but if he wants to go somewhere he can play regular he'll be looking for a club as Swansea which he just came back from. I think he should stay at bayern and keep improving and proof he's worth it, and become a starter
RockyATM
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i really like Renato,can he please get chances to play because he has a bright future
alexddahn
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Why Renato i thought Bayern Munich is the only club team that give young players chance to play? It's a warning to Callum Hudson Odoi of Chelsea
NickMbogo
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He is too Young to be said as a failure.He took a risky move to Bayern (brave move)..things dont go his way..but he still got a lot of time to prove that he is a Real Deal!..ALL THE BEST RENATO
Sumdikltu
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leave bayern go to where you will play bro your still young for that
sewadmruy
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man u wanted him but he had refused and opted to joined Bayan munich.
Rahul25
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coming days he will get more changes
leofrankid12
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then what are u excepting MALCOM to do now. just be Happy[byebye][byebye][byebye] bro
leofrankid12
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then what are u excepting MALCOM to do now. just be Happy bro
Vezonic22
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I remember ManUnited wanted to sign him so bad. In fact many news outlets were already running with the story and a deal was 85% possible. He instead jumped ship @ Bayern Munich and honestly, I haven't heard much about him. Too bad it went the other way....hope he gets back his form, he's young and still have youth in his favor.
Cicilsz
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Come on barca
Kebeikmrty
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not a good player
Bieckosy
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kovac should leave
Bieckosy
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Martinez would be gone next season, you'll get your chance lad. keep patience, you're just 21.
krishnademon
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Renato deserves it... He is currently the worst signing of Bayern Munich... He just doesn't know how to play football for a top tier club... He deserves the bench...
if u never give him play time and and room for improvement how he can improve?it's Kovacs fault he is not dealing well with our youngsters
Kg4991
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This happens when the golden boys try to go to the big money bash clubs that give lesser value to history and culture. He should have gone to clubs like United, Liverpool, Juventus or Arsenal(least of all choices), even City. They value youngsters and try to bring their best out.
luybilors
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I for one predicted that this would happen and that's why I thought joining Man Utd was the better option
cawacemsy
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He has right to be annoyed he hasn't had enough chance to prove himself, if he can not play in bundesliga games then how he can prove his worth
As far as I remember he got more than enough chances to prove himself but he squandered all of them... If he doesn't play well in the chances given to him how can we risk him starting matches... I remember him starting a match for Bayern, oh yes, it was disastrous...
cawacemsy
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I am really excited to see him leave... I was waiting for it the entire season...
cawacemsy
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kovac is really annoying me now
Renato deserves it... He is currently the worst signing of Bayern Munich... He just doesn't know how to play football for a top tier club... He deserves the bench...
deebashbhandari
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What the hell happened to Renato Sanches ??😲😲😲 ^He was the Golden boy & was star 2 years ago..😢😢 Now he is facing a lot of problems..😣😣
rakadry
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why are you annoying!! you intentinally sign for Bayern, this is your choice and you deserve your bench.
krishnademon
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kovac is really annoying me now
tarunr23
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I think if Kovac is not able to give play time to Renato Sanchez then Bayern should sell him as he require regular play time to develop and get his form back and also sell Tolisso as he is also getting injuries every year after joining Bayern and not able to play.
fiubmnoy
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comeback to to your big club, swansea.
losdilmnu
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He can be the replacement for Matuidi. and he's from Portugal so Ronaldo can link up with him as well. Juve could push, the more connection with Ronaldo the more goals will come
Mewbloptu
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Real madrid should sign him
Anfaal
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Juve should sign this talent
lllMehranlll
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He has right to be annoyed he hasn't had enough chance to prove himself, if he can not play in bundesliga games then how he can prove his worth
Mouaisu
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Players are leaving pls jus have some patience