Bayern Munich set for January friendly against Ajax in Kenya

Bayern Munich will play a friendly match against Ajax Amsterdam in Nairobi, Kenya, on January 5. The club will receive €5 million for this match, which is atypical as they usually play only one friendly close to home during the winter break. The decision was influenced by financial incentives rather than preparation for resuming the Bundesliga season, where Bayern faces Borussia Mönchengladbach on January 9. Concerns arise regarding the impact of travel on player fitness before league play resumes.

• 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Money too good to turn down for Bayern Munich for January friendly vs. Ajax in Kenya