Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala picks three teams who he thinks could win the Champions League this season.
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- Musiala picks favourites to win Champions League
- Wants to win the trophy with Bayern
- Bayern set to face Lazio in the round of 16
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The German international, who grew up in London, is hopeful of playing in the Champions League final this season which is set to be held at the iconic Wembley Stadium. While Musiala dreams of winning the Champions League – which he considers as the "most important title" in club football – he picked Real Madrid, Manchester City and Arsenal as favourites to win the coveted title this season on the basis of their current form.
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WHAT JAMAL MUSIALA SAID
Speaking to , the youngster said: "The Champions League is simply the most important title in club football. Winning this title is a big goal of mine. The final this season is in London, at Wembley. A very special stadium for me as I grew up in London. Wembley is a magical place. We will give everything as a team, but at this level, daily form is also crucial and that all players stay fit and healthy.
"I think Real Madrid and Manchester City are the big favorites. But Arsenal also play very good football under Mikel Arteta."
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
The 20-year-old himself is in good shape in the ongoing season having scored five times and provided three assists in 18 matches across all competitions. He is Bayern Munich's third highest goalscorer in the Bundesliga after Harry Kane and Leroy Sane as the club are currently second on the league table, four points behind leaders Bayer Leverkusen with a game in hand.
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WHAT NEXT?
Los Blancos are set to face RB Leipzig in the Champions League round of 16 while Arsenal will face Porto and Manchester City are up against Copenhagen. The German giants, on the other hand, will take on Lazio.