Nagelsmann latest in Bundesliga’s managerial merry-go-round

RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann has reportedly agreed a deal to become Bayern Munich manager.

The German – who is turning 34 in July, has attracted interest from Europe’s elite since guiding Hoffenheim into the Champions League.

He joined RB Leipzig in 2019 after they had secured Champions League football, and is now, after two successful seasons in East Germany, looking to take the next step to super-club Bayern Munich.

Bayern have already agreed a deal to sign Nagelsmann’s colleague Dayot Upamecano at the end of the season, and in the boss they will be sweeping yet another of the Bundesliga’s top talents.

A breaking point in the deal could be the recipients. Red Bull are canny operators nowadays. In return for their prized asset, they are looking for a reported fee of £21.7m, which smashes the record set for managerial compensation.

He was linked heavily with the Tottenham job this week after Jose Mourinho’s dismissal, but with his interests clearly vested in Bayern’s court, it could see the beginning of a managerial merry-go round.

Hansi Flick, Bayern’s current boss, is favourite to replace the outgoing Joachim Low in the German national team. Then, as Nagelsmann’s move to Bayern moves closer, a slot at RB Leipzig is open.

Don’t forget that Marco Rose has already signed for Dortmund for next season from Borussia Monchengladbach, and Adi Hutter for Monchengladbach from Eintracht Frankfurt. Werder Bremen and FC Koln also have managerial changes in horizon.

In fact, as per Jasmine Baba on Twitter, can anyone get their head around it?

The question is who for RB Leipzig, and when will they care to announce it.

Will they follow the Red Bull route to pluck from neighbours Salzburg? Jesse Marsch is a likeable character and clearly a wonderfully talented coach. Erik ten Hag of Ajax could also be an option.

Tottenham could also be a player in any deal for Die Roten Bullen. The managerial shortlists are likely to be similar, and could contribute to what will an interesting managerial summer for all parties.