Matthaus: Give Musiala a blank check, let him write his own contract - like Messi

While Barcelona has Yamal, Bayern boasts Jamal Musiala — a young player who looks set to be at the heart of football's future.

Musiala’s current contract with Bayern Munich expires in the summer of 2026, but the battle to secure his extension is already underway. According to Sky Sports, a deal is close, which would see the talented midfielder earn €120 million over five years, keeping him at Bayern until the summer of 2029.

Bayern and German football legend Lothar Matthäus, known for his sharp opinions on all domestic matters, is wholeheartedly in favor of securing Musiala’s future as soon as possible.

"Just as there were no limits for Barcelona when renewing Messi’s contracts, in my opinion, there should be no limits for Musiala either. Bayern needs him not just for sporting reasons but also as the future face of the club when current stars eventually leave," Matthäus declared.

Musiala’s value extends beyond football, with enormous marketing potential. Matthäus believes Bayern should offer him a blank check.

"In my view, Musiala should be given full freedom—practically let him write the sum himself, just as Franz Beckenbauer said about me. If Manuel Neuer and, previously, Robert Lewandowski earned €25 million per year, then Musiala should be in that same category. Five years at €25 million, plus a signing bonus, would total around €150 million. That’s a fair and, in my opinion, reasonable amount."

Matthäus sees this as an essential investment for Bayern’s future.

"If Bayern were to look for a replacement for Musiala, they would need to spend €150 million on a player of his caliber," Matthäus concluded.

By securing Musiala's long-term future, Bayern not only retains a generational talent but also ensures the club’s continued prominence on the global stage.