What happened
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeneß publicly pushed back on midfielder Konrad Laimer's reported salary demands, telling media the asking figure must be 'put into perspective.' Hoeneß said he values 'Konny' highly but stressed he is 'not Maradona or Kane,' adding that players at Laimer's level 'have to accept that there are limits.' The remarks were relayed by transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano.
Why it matters
The comments harden Bayern's negotiating stance as Laimer's contract situation drags on, signaling the club is prepared to hold firm or move him rather than match his terms. Per Bayern director Eberl's recent stance on player talks, the front office has been increasingly willing to push back publicly on contract noise. Hoeneß invoking Harry Kane as the wage benchmark also reinforces the internal pay hierarchy Bayern wants to defend.
What to watch
Watch for a formal response from Laimer's representatives and any concrete sale interest emerging before the summer window. Further public comments from sporting director Max Eberl will signal whether Bayern is posturing or genuinely shopping the midfielder.