The hours following the last matchday of the Champions League league phase got quite intense with many clubs looking to secure moves ahead of the transfer window closing on Monday. In Italy, AC Milan are particularly active as the Rossoneri have decided to replace their starting striker with a Mexican talent with Alvaro Morata set to join Galatasaray.
Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez scored twice in the first half to steer the hosts to a 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday and boost their chances of a top-eight finish on the last matchday next week.
Santiago Giménez had one of the best performances of his career in Feyenoord's 3–0 win over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League. The Mexico international
Mexican striker Santiago Giménez has caught AC Milan's attention after his stellar performances in Europe. But fan reactions reveal excitement and skepticism alike.
On balance, it is a frustrating result for Bayern Munich, especially as the performance saw some long lost problems resurface.
Reports in Italy claim that Milan are ready to submit an improved offer for Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez as early as Wednesday night, having had an
Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez scored twice in the first half to steer the host to a 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League and boost its chances of a top-eight finish.
Goal! Feyenoord 1, FC Bayern München 0. Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the high centre of the goal. Assisted by Gijs Smal with a through ball. Attempt blocked. Alphonso Davies (FC Bayern München) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez was replaced in the first half of a Champions League match against Lille last night, but the player leaving the stadium on crutches was goalkeeper Justin Bijlow, not the Milan target.
Bayern dominated possession in a cagey opening quarter as both sides struggled with driving rain and a slippery surface.
AC Milan are intensifying their pursuit of Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez after their opening €30 million bid was rejected. According to Italian news outlet Calciomercato, Milan are determined to secure the in-form forward and are preparing a new and improved offer in hopes of striking a deal with the Dutch powerhouse.
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (Reuters) -Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez scored twice in the first half to steer the hosts to a stunning 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday and boost their chances of a top-eight finish.