Top 10 most expensive signings in Bayern Munich's history

The Bundesliga giants have signed some players for big fees over the years

Bayern Munich is among Europe's most successful and dominant clubs, with a long tradition of signing some of the world's top players. They have smashed transfer records and hired some of the most expensive players in the sport over the years. In this piece, we'll look at the top ten most costly signings in Bayern Munich's history.

10. Benjamin Pavard (€35.00m)

French professional footballer Benjamin Pavard represents Bayern Munich and the French national team as a centre-back or right-back. He transferred from VfB Stuttgart to Bayern Munich in July 2019 for a rumoured transfer fee of €35 million.

Pavard started his professional career as a central defender for Lille. He later transferred to VfB Stuttgart, where he played as a right-back. Pavard was a vital member of the club and assisted in their promotion to the Bundesliga. Due to his exploits with the French national team at the 2018 World Cup and his versatility, he attracted the interest of numerous clubs and eventually signed with Bayern Munich.

9. Mats Hummels (€35.00m)

Mats Hummels is a German professional footballer who currently plays for Dortmund and the German national team as a centre-back. He joined Bayern Munich from Borussia Dortmund in July 2016 for a rumoured sum of €35 million.

Hummels started his professional career at Bayern Munich before being loaned out to Borussia Dortmund in 2008, where he rose to the position of captain. During his time at Dortmund, he won two Bundesliga titles, reached the Champions League final, and was twice selected to the Bundesliga Team of the Season.

Hummels chose to return to Bayern Munich, where he began his career, after 8 years with Dortmund. His return to Bayern Munich sparked some debate among Dortmund fans, but he was warmly welcomed with open arms by Bayern fans. Mats soon established himself as a major member of Bayern's defence and helped the club win many trophies during his tenure, including the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and DFL-Supercup. He also helped Bayern reach the Champions League semi-finals. He later made a return to Dortmund in 2019.

8. Mario Götze (€37.00m)

In July 2013, Mario Götze transferred from Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich for a rumoured €37 million transfer fee.

Götze started his career at Borussia Dortmund and became a key player. He helped Dortmund win two Bundesliga titles and the Champions League in 2013. Götze twice made the Bundesliga Team of the Season. His performances attracted many clubs, including Bayern Munich. Götze's transfer to Bayern Munich was one of the most expensive ever, yet he underperformed there. This year's most controversial trade didn't benefit the player or club.

7. Arturo Vidal (€39.25m)

In July 2015, Bayern Munich acquired Arturo Vidal from Juventus at a €39.25 million transfer price.

Vidal started his professional career with Colo-Colo, where he rapidly made a name for himself as an important member of the team. After that, he relocated to Bayer Leverkusen, where he played for four seasons and contributed to the team's success in the DFB-Pokal final. He then relocated to Juventus, where he played for four seasons, winning four straight Serie A championships and earning two spots on the league's Team of the Year.

After his Juventus success, Bayern Munich signed him. Bayern Munich signed Vidal to provide physicality, enthusiasm, and a winning mentality. He won the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and DFL-Supercup with Bayern. He immediately became a key midfielder.

6. Javi Martínez(€40.00m)

Javi Martnez reportedly joined Bayern Munich from Athletic Bilbao in August 2012 for a buyout clause of €40 million, which was a record amount at the time. It was anticipated that Martnez would provide additional power, intensity, and a winning mindset to the team following Bayern Munich's signing of him. During his time at Bayern, he won the Bundesliga, the DFB-Pokal, and the DFL-Supercup as a crucial midfielder. He was also a member of the club that reached the Champions League final in 2012-2013, losing to Chelsea.

Martnez is regarded as one of the most adaptable and dependable midfielders in Europe, and his transfer to Bayern Munich was viewed as a sensible move by the club since he provided a wealth of experience and team leadership.

5. Corentin Tolisso (€41.50m)

Corentin Tolisso reportedly joined Bayern Munich from Olympique Lyon in June 2017 for a transfer price of €41.5 million.

Tolisso began his professional career with Olympique Lyon, where he quickly rose to prominence. He helped the squad to the Europa League semifinals in 2016-2017 and was twice named to the Ligue 1 Team of the Year. His performances at Lyon drew the attention of other clubs, and Bayern Munich eventually signed him.

Tolisso's signing was considered a show of purpose from Bayern Munich and it was thought that he would provide more midfield flair and versatility to the team. During his time at Bayern, he won the Bundesliga, the DFB-Pokal, and the DFL-Supercup as a crucial midfielder. He was also a member of the club that reached the Champions League semifinals in 2017-2018.

4. Dayot Upamecano(€42.50m)

Dayot Upamecano reportedly joined Bayern Munich from RB Leipzig in July 2021 for a transfer price of €42.50 million.

Upamecano started his professional career at RB Salzburg, where he proved himself as a vital player almost immediately. He subsequently moved to RB Leipzig, where he played for four years and became one of Europe's most coveted central defenders. In 2019-2020, he helped the team reach the Champions League semifinals and was also nominated to the Bundesliga Team of the Season.

Bayern Munich signed him after seeing his RB Leipzig performances. Munich signed Upamecano to bolster their defence. Bayern won the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and DFL-Supercup in his debut season as a major defender. Bayern Munich wisely signed one of the world's best young centre-backs to strengthen their defence.

3. Leroy Sané (€49.00m)

Leroy Sané reportedly signed Bayern Munich from Manchester City for €49 million in July 2020. Sané started his professional career with Schalke 04, where he quickly became a pivotal player. The following year, in 2016, he went to Manchester City, where he played for four years and helped the club win two Premier League titles, one FA Cup, and three League Cups. He was also named twice to the PFA Team of the Year.

Bayern Munich's signing of Sané was viewed as a statement of purpose, and it was anticipated that he would offer more depth and flair to the team's assault. He helped Bayern win the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League in his first season with the club.

2. Matthijs de Ligt (€67.00m)

Matthijs de Ligt transferred from Juventus to Bayern Munich in July 2021 for an alleged transfer fee of €67 million.

De Ligt began his career with Ajax, where he quickly became a vital member of the team. He next relocated to Juventus in 2019, where he played for two seasons and contributed to the team's Serie A championships and Coppa Italia semifinal appearance.

After his Juventus success, Bayern Munich signed him. Bayern Munich's signing of De Ligt was seen as a statement of intent to strengthen and stabilise the team's defence. Also, in his debut season with the team, he rapidly cemented himself as a major member of the defence and helped Bayern win the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. He is regarded as one of the top young centre-backs in the world, and Bayern Munich saw his transfer as a wise move to bolster their defence going forward.

1. Lucas Hernández(€80.00m)

Lucas Hernandez moved from Atlético Madrid to Bayern Munich in July 2019 for a reported transfer fee of €80 million.

Hernandez started his career as a central defender for Atlético Madrid, helping the team win the UEFA Europa League in 2018 and reach the UEFA Super Cup final. He made the La Liga Team of the Season.

Bayern Munich signed him after Atletico Madrid impressed numerous clubs. Bayern Munich signed Hernandez to give depth and diversity to their defence. Also, He helped Bayern win the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League in his debut season as a crucial defender. Bayern Munich wisely signed one of the world's best young defenders to bolster their defence. Hernandez can play central or left-back, giving the defence more options.