Dietmar Hamann said Bayern Munich were very lucky that their originally planned contract extension with Leroy Sane fell through in spring 2025. Sane later left Bayern Munich and joined Galatasaray on a free transfer, with Hamann also criticising his impact there.
Hamann on the failed Bayern extension
Speaking on Sky Austria, former Bayern Munich player Hamann said: "He could have stayed in Munich, but I think Bayern were very lucky to avoid this situation. We’ve seen over the past 18 months that he is no longer able to help teams."
GOAL says Bayern and Sane had already reached an agreement before Sane changed his agent and wanted to renegotiate.
Sane's role at Galatasaray
GOAL says Sane does not have a regular starting place under head coach Okan Buruk. On Tuesday, Sane came on against VfB Stuttgart in the Champions League only midway through the second half and made no further impact.
In 2026/27, Sane has made 14 competitive appearances, played a full match only once, and has yet to register a goal contribution.
Hamann questions the return and future
Hamann said: "Maybe we should ask the fans how frustrated they are that a Germany international has arrived, and how long has he been there now? 18 months? The return has been very limited."
Hamann also said: "I don’t know what he intends to do."
Hamann said he does not believe Sane still has a future in Europe. GOAL says Hamann considers a move to the United States or Saudi Arabia more likely for Sane.
Contract and touchline incident
Sane remains under contract at Galatasaray until 2028. GOAL says Sane has a net salary of €9 million a year.
During the 4-0 league win against Konyaspor, Sane said to a cameraman, "Fuck off with the camera."
