The future of Leroy Sane looks set to remain in question over the coming months with links to a move away from Manchester City strengthening.
Bayern Munich came close to signing the German winger last summer before resistance from the City board and a cruciate ligament injury in August blocked negotiations.
The German giants remain interested in signing the 24-year-old but the Blues are eager to see the player stay at the Etihad Stadium.
Before a cruciate ligament injury in August last year, Sane had recorded 20 goals and 26 assists in the previous two seasons.
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