Latest Transfer News: Sadio Mane wanted by Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the summer

In the latest transfer news, Sadio Mane's contract at Liverpool runs out in the summer of 2023; negotiations over a new deal have been difficult.

Bayern Munich and Barcelona are interested in signing Liverpool forward Sadio Mane this summer, according to Sky Germany and Mundo Deportivo.

The 30-year-old only has one year left on his contract at Anfield and feels he has a better chance of winning the Ballon d'Or at Camp Nou.

Barcelona coaching staff are keen admirers of Mane and the club considers him to be a "real option" for the summer transfer window, but it is not yet known what fee Liverpool would command for a prized asset.

Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic met Mane's agent over the week; Salihamidzic said the club "have creative ideas" when asked about the Bayern's transfer plans.

While there has been no official dialogue between the two clubs, Bayern's sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic met the 30-year-old's agent over the weekend.

The Senegal international is under contract until 2023, but talks over a possible new deal have been difficult and reports suggest Mane is unhappy Mohamed Salah's contract talks have taken priority at Anfield.

Mane has made 47 appearances in all competitions for Jurgen Klopp's side this term, scoring 21 goals.

The forward has previously been linked with a move away from Anfield, with speculation surrounding his Liverpool future sparking interest from Real Madrid prior to signing fresh terms on Merseyside back in November 2019.

After the 2-2 draw against Stuttgart on Sunday evening, Salihamidzic said when asked whether there would be a big-name transfer at Bayern: "Let yourself be surprised."

"We have to see what is possible and what is not. We have creative ideas."

Liverpool, who currently sit three points behind Premier League leaders Manchester City, have declined to comment.

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