- Bayern Munich has expressed interest in Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare after he scored 19 goals for his Belgian team, Genk, this season.
- The key player for the Super Eagles is estimated at €25 million and has already made his debut with Nigeria’s national squad.
- Arokodare might form a partnership with or ultimately take over from Harry Kane, providing a strong, aggressive, and scoring presence.
Bayern Munich have become one of the leading European teams keeping an eye on Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare, particularly after his impressive displays with Genk in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League.
The 24-year-old forward’s towering 6-foot-6 frame, combined with his sharp eye for goal, has made him a nightmare for defenders.
Arokodare has been one of the breakout stars of the season, netting 22 goals and contributing 5 assists as seen on Transfermarkt, helping Genk remain strong contenders for the league title.
His consistency in front of goal has not only attracted admiration from fans but also attention from top European clubs, including Newcastle United, Borussia Dortmund, Stuttgart, and Trabzonspor.
Currently, as potential new champions of the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich are now showing interest in acquiring the Nigerian national team's forward before the upcoming summer transfer window.
Arokodaready to address Bayern Munich’s predicament
As Harry Kane solidifies his role as the team’s primary forward, Bayern aims to strengthen their offensive options by adding another productive striker this summer, according to Soccernet.
Initially, young Mathys Tel was being trained as Kane’s backup, but following difficulties due to his restricted playing time, the Dutch striker was loaned out to Tottenham.
Now, Bayern require a dependable striker who can support Kane when necessary and take charge up front in his absence.
Arokodare fits the bill perfectly; he is strong in the air, physically dominant, and has the knack for being in the right place at the right time.
Priced at approximately €25 million, the Nigerian striker represents a financially sensible choice for Bayern. Given their anticipated participation in several tournaments next season, they require substantial team depth to stay competitive.
The broader perspective for Arokodare
Arokodare received his initial summons to join the Super Eagles squad in March for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.
He participated in matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe but has not scored a goal or provided an assist at the international level yet.
Joining Bayern Munich might offer him the visibility and high-level experience needed to cement his position on the international scene and ensure a place in the national squad.
Although transferring to a prominent club such as Bayern Munich represents a significant upgrade, Arokodare needs to consider the advantages of elite-level coaching and matches versus the potential drawback of reduced playing opportunities.
Nevertheless, as Harry Kane will turn 32 in July, Arokodare might slowly shift into a starting position soon, provided he capitalizes on his chances.
Arokodare muses about the influence of the Super Eagles
Earlier, Diwida >.ng It was reported that Super Eagles striker Arokodare has spoken about the effect of receiving his initial call-up and debuting at the international level for Nigeria’s national squad.
Arokodare has been performing exceptionally well with Genk in the Belgian Pro League, which led to his first call-up to the Super Eagles squad during the recent March international break.
During the international break, he made his first appearance, playing for 44 minutes in total between the 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali and the 1-1 tie with Zimbabwe in Uyo.