Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen target Brighton’s Brajan Gruda

Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen are considering moves for Brighton & Hove Albion forward Brajan Gruda at the start of 2027.

The 22-year-old is currently on a season-long loan at RB Leipzig, where his performances have attracted interest from the two Bundesliga clubs.

Gruda joined Brighton from Mainz before the 2024/25 season in a deal worth £25 million. However, he has found regular first-team opportunities difficult to secure at the AMEX Stadium.

Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler approved Gruda’s return to Germany on loan at the beginning of the 2026/27 season. The forward has since scored two goals and provided five assists in all competitions for RB Leipzig.

According to TEAMtalk, Gruda wants to remain in the Bundesliga. Brighton could reportedly consider selling him for a fee close to the £25 million they paid to sign him from Mainz two years ago.

Any permanent move involving RB Leipzig would depend on whether the club chooses to activate a purchase clause included in the loan agreement with Brighton. Until that decision is made, Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen are also monitoring the situation.