LONDON -- You don't have to believe the bookmakers' odds. You can plead ignorance to Elo ratings. You might even choose to skip over all the tables that rank teams by how good they are at accruing points from football matches. You cannot, however, avoid the evidence that is clear to see in front of your eyes.

The man portrayed by many 18 months ago as a panic hire has flourished in the pressured, politicised environment of Germany's biggest club

Bayern Munich star Michael Olise would be a "dream" signing for Liverpool. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Vincent Kompany took the loss on the chin, accepting the defeat. However, the Belgian manager is already eager for a rematch.

Bayern Munich chief Max Eberl has been discussing Harry Kane’s future and does not seem concerned the striker could leave for Barcelona. The Catalan giants are believed to be keen on Kane, but Eberl is hoping that contract talks will bring agreement on a contract extension for the England captain.