Bayern Munich scouts Brazil for striker depth as other transfer rumors circulate

Bayern Munich is scouting Cruzeiro striker Kaio Jorge as a potential backup for Harry Kane. Club officials reportedly hope to add depth to the center-forward position to help manage player rotations. Elsewhere in European football, former Bayern Munich defender David Alaba has rejected a contract offer from Lazio. In Ligue 1, AS Monaco is exploring options to move Folarin Balogun following his exclusion from the club's UEFA Conference League squad. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona forward Anthony Gordon has started his tenure with five assists in four LaLiga matches under manager Hansi Flick. Additionally, social media activity highlighted Antoine Griezmann experiencing heat exhaustion during a recent match in Florida.

• 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich News: FC Bayern looking to Brazil for Harry Kane backup?; David Alaba rejects Lazio offer; Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé touts self for Ballon d’Or; and MORE!