26 Jun A-League attacker closing in on stunning Bayern Munich move

Wellington Phoenix attacking midfielder Sarpreet Singh is closing in a shock move to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.

According to German publication Bild, Singh will become the first New Zealander to join the five-time European champions after impressing in the recent U20 World Cup in Poland.

The 20-year-old of Indian descent is expected to join Bayern’s reserve team with the hope of eventually integrating into the first team.

He has contributed seven goals and nine assists during his three-year spell with the Phoenix.

The playmaker recorded an assist in Wellington’s 3-1 elimination final defeat to Melbourne Victory last season.

Sarpreet Singh with his new @FCBayernEN jersey! 🇳🇿⚽️🇩🇪 pic.twitter.com/t5bX3rkwvs

— SBS – The World Game (@TheWorldGame) June 25, 2019