Bundesliga Transfer Winners & Losers: Has Anyone Closed the Gap to Bayern?

The Bundesliga transfer window has reshaped several of Germany’s biggest clubs ahead of the 2026/27 season. Markus and Keven Bader discuss Bayern Munich’s additions of Ismael Saibari and Nathaniel Brown, Borussia Dortmund’s new generation following the departures of Karim Adeyemi and Julian Brandt, and the significant rebuilds taking place at Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig. They also assess Dortmund’s failed pursuit of Saïd El Mala, Leipzig’s sale of Yan Diomande to Real Madrid, Schalke’s move for Robin Gosens and reports that Niclas Füllkrug could return to Werder Bremen.👇 Which club has had the best window? Who has taken the greatest risk? And has anyone built a squad capable of challenging Bayern? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Please note: Füllkrug’s return has since been confirmed. ⬇️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more English-language news, analysis, and interviews from across German football. 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! 📲 Subscribe for more insights & exclusive interviews! 🎧 Listen to The Fussball Podcast on all audio platforms: 👉 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-fussball-podcast/id1635935563 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1y6fiEdUFUH89Ix9WDPD5o?si=d835b6e515ec46f4 Follow us on social media: 📲 Jan Åge Fjørtoft: @janaagefjortoft 📲 Markus Fjørtoft: @markusfjortoft Timetamps: 0:00 Intro 02:00 Are Bayern's Transfer Business Complete? 03:59 How will Wsmael Saibari fit into Bayern? 05:56 Ole Book's Dortmund Rebuild: What Can We Expect? 10:58 Leverkusen & RB Leipzig: The Rebuild 13:29 Stuttgart & the importance of RETAINING Players 15:52 Hoffenheim, Eintracht & Other Notable Transfers 20:35 Niclas Füllkrug Tribute 22:03 Top 5 Bundesliga Transfers