Bayern Munich have distanced themselves from Keylor Navas, as confirmed by their head of communications, Markus Hörwick, in a statement made to the German press. The director refuted any type of agreement was in place with the Levante shot-stopper: "He is an interesting player, but for the time being we are not making any imminent changes in the goalkeeping department".

The statement emerged after various days of transfer talk coming out of the player's camp and Levante themselves, suggesting the Bundesliga outfit was interested in the Costa Rica star. Sources close to the supposed operation even stated that it was "a matter of days" until Bayern met the player's release clause. Details of the player's hypothetical four-year contract in Munich had even leaked out.

The club's vice-president, Tomás Pérez, considered Navas to Bayern a done deal as he revealed on Costa Rican television: "He is joining one of the best teams in Europe and I am sure that he will enjoy playing there. He will provide tough competition for his team-mate Neuer".

Pérez expressed his happiness at the goalkeeper's proposed move, considering it recognition of his great work: "We are happy for him. I think he deserves it both as a person and as a player. He has earned it, he has had a phenomenal year and we are delighted that it is getting even better".