Who is the best midfielder in Bayern Munich history?

Box-to-box warriors and visionary playmakers who powered Bayern's engine through their most dominant decades. Cast your vote!

Franz Beckenbauer

The 'Kaiser' — Bayern's iconic libero who redefined the sweeper role and captained the club to three consecutive European Cups.

1/11

Lothar Matthäus

World Cup-winning midfielder and six-time Bundesliga champion who is widely considered Germany's greatest ever player.

2/11

Bastian Schweinsteiger

Bayern's beloved midfielder who spent his whole career at the club, captaining Germany to World Cup glory in 2014.

3/11

Michael Ballack

Powerhouse midfielder whose strength, goals and leadership made him one of Germany's most complete central midfielders.

4/11

Stefan Effenberg

Combative and influential midfielder nicknamed 'The Tiger' who drove Bayern to the Champions League title in 2001.

5/11

Thiago Alcantara

Spanish passing maestro whose touch, vision and control made him one of the most technically gifted midfielders to play for Bayern.

6/11

Franck Ribery

French winger and Ballon d'Or runner-up who was Bayern's creative force for a decade, thrilling fans with his dribbling and flair.

7/11

Joshua Kimmich

Versatile and commanding midfielder who has become Bayern's on-pitch leader, equally devastating in defence and attack.

8/11

Paul Breitner

Dynamic and politically outspoken full-back and midfielder who won the European Cup and the World Cup with both Bayern and Germany.

9/11

Mehmet Scholl

Elegant and technically gifted midfielder who was a fan favourite at Bayern for over a decade thanks to his clever play and memorable goals.

10/11

Leon Goretzka

Athletic box-to-box midfielder who transformed his body and game to become a key pillar of Bayern's dominant treble-winning side.

11/11