On September 2, 2024, Fabrizio Romano tweeted that Kingsley Coman has decided to stay at FC Bayern Munich despite a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal. Bayern Munich’s director, Max Eberl, confirmed the decision, stating, “He’s staying with us.” This decision comes after Bayern had agreed on a transfer fee with Al Hilal, but Coman chose to remain with the German champions.
- Coman has decided to stay at Bayern Munich despite a lucrative offer from Al Hilal.
- Bayern Munich’s director, Max Eberl, confirmed Coman’s decision.
- Bayern had agreed on a transfer fee with Al Hilal, but Coman chose to stay.
Kingsley Coman: Career and Statistics
Kingsley Coman, born on June 13, 1996, in Paris, France, is a professional footballer who plays as a winger for Bayern Munich. Standing at 1.81 meters, Coman is known for his explosive speed, dribbling skills, and versatility. He can play on either wing or as an attacking midfielder, making him a valuable asset for any team.
🚨🔴 FC Bayern confirm Kingsley Coman to stay at the club despite the proposal from Saudi Arabia.
“He’s staying with us”, Bayern director Eberl has comfirmed when asked about Al Hilal.
Bayern agreed on fee with Al Hilal but Coman decided to stay. https://t.co/VomwkMzjWE
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 06, 2023
Personal Information
- Full Name: Kingsley Junior Coman
- Date of Birth: June 13, 1996
- Place of Birth: Paris, France
- Height: 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in)
- Position: Winger
- Current Team: Bayern Munich
- Jersey Number: 11
Club Career
Coman’s football journey began in the youth clubs of Sénart-Moissy and Paris Saint-Germain. He made his professional debut with Paris Saint-Germain in 2013 before moving to Juventus in 2014. His career at Bayern Munich started with a loan in 2015, which was made permanent in 2017.
- Youth Career:
- Sénart-Moissy (2002–2004)
- Paris Saint-Germain (2004–2013)
- Senior Career:
- Paris Saint-Germain (2013–2014): 3 appearances
- Juventus (2014–2017): 15 appearances
- Bayern Munich (loan, 2015–2017): 42 appearances, 6 goals
- Bayern Munich (2017–present): 157 appearances, 34 goals
International Career
Coman has represented France at various youth levels and made his senior team debut in 2015. He has earned 57 caps and scored 8 goals for the national team.
- France U16 to U21: 39 caps, 11 goals
- France Senior Team (2015–present): 57 caps, 8 goals
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Coman has won numerous titles with Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Bayern Munich. His achievements include multiple league titles, domestic cups, and international trophies.
- Paris Saint-Germain:
- Ligue 1: 2012–13, 2013–14
- Trophée des Champions: 2013
- Juventus:
- Serie A: 2014–15
- Coppa Italia: 2014–15
- Supercoppa Italiana: 2015
- Bayern Munich:
- Bundesliga: 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23
- DFB-Pokal: 2015–16, 2018–19, 2019–20
- DFL-Supercup: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022
- UEFA Champions League: 2019–20
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2020
Transfer History and Fees
Coman’s transfer history includes a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Juventus and a loan move to Bayern Munich, which was later made permanent.
- Paris Saint-Germain to Juventus (2014): Free transfer
- Juventus to Bayern Munich (loan, 2015): €7 million loan fee, €21 million option to buy (exercised in 2017)
Recent Context
Coman’s decision to stay at Bayern Munich comes at a time when many European players are being lured to Saudi Arabia with lucrative contracts. His choice to remain in Germany highlights his commitment to Bayern Munich and his desire to continue competing at the highest level in European football.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Coman’s profile on Transfermarkt.
