Bild: Lennart Karl’s contract will automatically renew until 2029 when the player turns 18

German media "Bild" reported the contract details of Bayern's 17-year-old star Lennart Karl.

This season, Lennart Karl played 14 games on behalf of Bayern, contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. Just in August, Karl extended his contract with Bayern until 2028.

"Bild" deputy director Altschaffer asked: "There are rumors that Bayern is already discussing Karl's new contract with Lennart Karl's agent Michael Ballack. Is this true?"

"Bild" director Falk said: "That is not true. We have also heard that negotiations are ongoing. However, the contract he signed in August is a comprehensive agreement with multiple clauses, covering all possible scenarios. This means that there are some additional clauses in the contract. The more games he plays and the better he performs, the more he will earn. And these clauses are now taking effect one by one. "

"The contract will also be automatically renewed on his 18th birthday on February 22, 2026. The current contract is valid until 2028, and will be renewed until 2029. "

Lennart Karl has renewed his contract with Bayern until 2028, which is the longest contract period available to players under the age of 18. When he reaches adulthood, the club plans to sign a professional contract with him.

Altshaffer said: "Of course, when he is 18 years old and his career has developed to a certain extent, and people will say, 'His salary is no longer consistent with his performance,' then there will be renegotiations. But it is not yet to the point where the contract signed for Lennart Karl needs to be modified or a new contract needs to be formulated."

Other clubs, especially Premier League clubs, have set their sights on Karl. He only transferred to Bayern from Aschaffenburg in July 2022. Last season, he played 30 times on behalf of Bayern's U17 and U19 echelons, contributing 34 goals and 11 assists. Now, he is also performing well in the first team under the leadership of head coach Kompany.