Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick called Manchester City star Leroy Sane in a bid to convince him to join the club, according to reports.
Bayern haven't kept their desire of signing Sane secret over the last year, when they began their pursuit in the summer as they looked to replace departed legends Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery.
The Bundesliga champions went on a public charm offensive with several star players, such as Robert Lewandowski, Manuel Neuer and Serge Gnabry, as well as high-ranking club officials, all discussing the potential transfer, drawing the ire from City.
It got to the point that then-manager Nico Kovac had to apologise after he claimed he was 'confident' the deal would be completed and Bayern had to take to Twitter to
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