Bayern Munich are looking to trim their bloated squad. Along with permanent departures, Bayern are also looking to facilitate loan deals for players who will not play regularly in Munich next season. Bryan Zaragoza could be one of the high-profile loan departures at Die Roten.

According to Sky Sports in Germany, Bayern chiefs have told Zaragoza that a loan move will benefit him since he is unlikely to get adequate playing time in Munich. Valencia and Girona are interested in signing Zaragoza. The Spaniard will leave Bayern on a loan deal without an option to buy.

Zaragoza endured a difficult time at Bayern after completing a move to Bavaria in January. The Spaniard was set to join in the summer, but a serious injury to Kingsley Coman forced Die Roten’s hands to bring forward his signing by six months.

The Spaniard struggled to get game time under Thomas Tuchel. The German coach believed Zaragoza needed time to get used to the new club and Bundesliga. He hardly featured for Bayern in his first six months at the club. Zaragoza underwent intense training over the summer to be prepared for the new season at Bayern, but it looks like he may have to play elsewhere next season.

Bayern have strengthened their attack this summer by signing Michael Olise from Crystal Palace. With no winger leaving Bayern until now, there was significant competition for Zaragoza to get adequate playing time. Moreover, Die Roten are also working on a deal to sign Désiré Doué from Rennes.

Since Die Roten are only considering a dry loan for Zaragoza, there is slim hope for the Spaniard to have a long-term future at the club. In an ideal scenario, Zaragoza goes out on loan to a Bundesliga club instead of moving to Spain. The Spaniard will get used to the nature of football in Germany by spending time on loan at a Bundesliga club.

Zaragoza was thrilled to join Bayern in January, but the transfer has not gone as planned for him. The Spaniard can certainly get back into the club’s long-term plans with the help of a productive loan spell.

Bayern Munich's Max Eberl Confirms Loan Move

Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl confirmed that Bryan Zaragoza will be loaned out during the 2024-25 season. "When we look at the wings, it could be that Bryan might have a harder time getting a lot of playing time with us. We appreciate that he shows commitment and says, ‘I want to develop further and become a real Bayern player, but that will be difficult here if I’m not even in the squad.’ Therefore, we are trying to find the right loan for him."

Valencia Emerges as the Frontrunner

Several sources reported that Valencia have seemingly won the race to sign Zaragoza on loan. They agreed terms with both Bayern and Zaragoza on a loan deal without an option to buy. However, the deal has not yet been green-lighted by Peter Lim, Los Che’s controversial majority shareholder.

Girona Still in the Picture

While Valencia appears to be the frontrunner, Girona remains in the picture. Both clubs see Zaragoza as a potential asset to their squad. Girona are looking for another winger to fill the spot vacated by Savio, while Valencia need more quality options in attack.

Zaragoza's Time in Munich

Zaragoza’s time at Bayern Munich has been a mixed bag. The Spaniard was brought in during the winter transfer window for a fee of 13 million euros after paying another 4 million euros for a loan until the end of the season. However, he only made seven appearances last season, struggling to find his place in the squad.

A Return to La Liga?

A return to La Liga could be in the cards for Zaragoza, where he previously played for Granada. Valencia and Girona are both looking to bolster their squads with the addition of the promising young winger. While the final decision is still up in the air, it’s clear that Zaragoza’s time at Bayern Munich has come to an end, at least for now. His next move could be a significant step in his development as a player.

Zaragoza's Future

While the details of the loan move are still being finalized, one thing is certain: Zaragoza will be playing elsewhere next season. Whether he ends up at Valencia, Girona, or another club, his time at Bayern Munich appears to be over for the time being. Zaragoza will be looking to re-establish himself as a force to be reckoned with, and a move back to Spain could be the perfect opportunity for him to do just that.