Bayern Munich's 10 best signings of the decade (2010-2019)

#5 Thiago Alcantara (2013)

Thiago Alcantara's passing range is second to none

One of Pep Guardiola’s first signings at Bayern when the former Barcelona manager took over at the Allianz in the summer of 2013, Thiago Alcantara was brought in from the Spanish boss’s old club for €25m, and some 6 seasons later, that fee now feels like an absolute bargain.

Guardiola was quoted as stating that Thiago was literally the only player he wanted – either him, or no-one – and it’s understandable why. The Spanish international has become renowned as one of the world’s best deep-lying playmakers, with a phenomenal range of passing marking him out amongst his peers; in his 7 seasons at the Allianz, Thiago has registered no lower than an average pass success rate of 88%.

Since arriving in Bavaria, Thiago has won a total of 13 major trophies, including 6 Bundesliga titles, and at 28 years old he remains key to the success of the club in the future. It’s safe to say he’s more than justified his hefty price tag.

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