Karl Lauterbach (Germany's federal minister of health): "If Bayer Leverkusen become German champions, I'd be really happy for this young and strong team and for the entire Bundesliga. The Bayern Munich era needs to finally come to an end. I'd then also win a bet." [@rponline]

Official: Bayern have decided to hold a short training camp in Faro, Portugal from January 14th to 18th. In addition to training, the focus will be on team building

We also support the European club competitions under the umbrella of UEFA. So once again it’s very clear: the door for the Super League at FC Bayern remains closed" [@dpa]

The Bundesliga forms the foundation of FC Bayern, just as all domestic leagues form the foundation of European football clubs. Therefore, it is our duty and our deep conviction to strengthen them, not weaken them.

Dreesen on the Super League: "We have taken note of the ruling of the European Court of Justice. But that does not change the position of FC Bayern and the position of the ECA that such a competition would represent an attack on the importance of domestic leagues and the statics of European football

Zirkzee was also named Serie A's player of the month in November. Bayern have a buy-back clause worth €20-25m for Zirkzee, as well as 50% of any future sale [@SPORTBILD]

Bayern are watching the development of Joshua Zirkzee very closely. The Dutchman is enjoying an excellent season at Bologna, he has 7 goals in 16 Serie A games this season and assisted two goals against Inter in the cup last night.

Bayern's Bundesliga matchday 19-26 fixtures have been scheduled

UEFA statement on the ruling of the European Court of Justice regarding the Super League

The European Court of Justice has ruled in favour of the Super League over UEFA and FIFA. Accordingly, FIFA and UEFA acted against EU laws in blocking the creation of the European Super League