Stay or Go? Deciding Which Players Bayern Munich Should Keep & Offload This Summer
After a managerial change in November saw Hansi Flick replace Niko Kovac in the dugout, Bayern Munich's squad quickly found their feet to clinch an eighth successive Bundesliga title.
Having already added Leroy Sane to bolster their attacking options in 2020/21, here's a look at the squad in full as the question is asked - should each player stay or go?
1. Goalkeepers
Manuel Neuer (STAY) - The captain of the first-team, Neuer still plays a vital role between the sticks for Bayern, having made 48 appearances in 2019/20.
Alexander Nubel (STAY) - Joining from Schalke on a free transfer, Nubel could well be the long-term replacement for the ageing Neuer. He is likely to stay as Bayern's second choice.
Sven Ulreich (STAY) - The 32-year-old made just one Bundesliga appearance in 2019/20 but could stay to provide depth in the goalkeeping department, with younger stoppers likely to leave on loan.
Christian Fruchtl (GO on loan) - The young German goalkeeper from Bayern's youth ranks has already agreed a loan move. He will join FC Nuremberg for 2020/21.
Ron-Thorben Hoffman (GO on loan) - Another young German goalkeeper from Bayern's academy, Hoffman, aged 21, should look to go on loan to play regular first-team football.
2. Full Backs
David Alaba (STAY) - The Austrian has proved he can be a key versatile player in defence while still fitting into the team when Alphonso Davies is in hot form at left back.
Alphonso Davies (STAY) - The Canadian left back has made the position on the left side of Bayern's defence his own. Not only has he been efficient defensively, but he's also been key to creating attacking chances using his pace and crossing ability.
Benjamin Pavard (STAY) - The France international was signed last summer, the season after his immense displays at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Pavard is the main option for Flick at right back.
Alvaro Odriozola (GO) - The Spanish right back has spent half a season on loan with Bayern Munich from Real Madrid. The loan expires at the end of August.
3. Centre Backs
Lucas Hernandez (STAY) - The Frenchman joined last summer in a big money move from Atletico Madrid. The 24-year-old can comfortably play both as a centre back and a left back, while adding World Cup winning experience.
Niklas Sule (STAY) - The 24-year-old featured eight times in the Bundesliga last season, and will be looking for more first-team opportunities. The German centre-back provides solid cover and is a good backup option to have.
Jerome Boateng (GO) - At 31 years of age, Boateng should look to be sold by Bayern this summer. Clubs in Europe would be interested in paying a fee for the centre back, who has just one year remaining on his current deal.
Tanguy Nianzou (GO on loan) - The 18-year-old centre-back has recently joined Bayern on a free transfer from PSG. The club should look to get Nianzou first-team football to help his development.
4. Midfielders
Joshua Kimmich (STAY) - He could be in this midfielder section or over with the full backs. That's how versatile the German is. Now established as a defensive midfielder, Kimmich featured regularly as a key player for Bayern this season.
Javi Martinez (GO) - The Spaniard has recently confirmed his desire to leave the club. At 31 years of age, Bayern could do with replacing Martinez, who has one year left on his contract.
Adrian Fein (GO on loan) - The youngster is due to return from a season-long loan with Hamburger SV. Aged 21, Fein should be sent out on loan for the new season to gain more first-team experience.
Leon Goretzka (STAY) - Slotting right into the midfield following his free transfer from Schalke in 2018, the German 25-year-old has had another strong season with Bayern, featuring regularly.
Thiago Alcantara (GO) - The Spaniard is reportedly available for €30m this summer after rejecting a long-term deal to stay at Bayern. Liverpool are the frontrunners...
Corentin Tolisso (STAY) - The 26-year-old Frenchman provides good depth in Bayern's midfield. The World Cup winner has shown he is a player with quality who can be relied upon when needed.
Michael Cuisance (GO on loan) - Arrived from Borussia Monchengladbach last summer and has since been part of the first-team at Bayern. The 20-year-old could do with a loan move to ensure he plays regular football.
Philippe Coutinho (GO) - No one knows where the Brazilian will end up, but he will be returning to parent club Barcelona after Bayern Munich chose not to make his loan move permanent.
5. Forwards/Wingers
Leroy Sane (STAY) - Bayern Munich have already done business in the transfer market, as priority target Sane made the move from Manchester City.
Kingsley Coman (STAY) - The young winger has shown glimpses of great potential in his time at Bayern, but could be subject to interest in this transfer window - Bayern should do all they can to keep him.
Ivan Perisic (GO) - The Croatian winger has been on loan from Inter and is set to return at the end of August.
Serge Gnabry (STAY) - After joining in 2017, Gnabry has grabbed the opportunity he's been given this season with both hands. With Sane now at the club, Bayern have strong depth with wingers.
Thomas Muller (STAY) - Even at the age of 30, Muller is still scoring goals and making regular appearances which justifies why he should remain at the club, where he has three years left on his contract.
Robert Lewandowski (STAY) - Another fine season for the Polish striker, who clinched the Bundesliga top goalscorer award after netting 34 goals in 31 appearances.
Joshua Zirkzee (GO on loan) - The youngster from Bayern's academy should look for a loan move which sees him play regular first-team football.
Fiete Arp (GO on loan) - The 20-year-old German striker joined from Hamburger SV in 2019, but should find a loan move to play frequent matches.