Completed! Bayern's First Signing On January 16th, Beijing time, German media outlet Sky Sports Deutschland exclusively reported that Hoffenheim midfielder Tom Bischof has decided to join Bayern Munich on a free transfer, with a medical scheduled for next week. What a plot twist! After a 5-0 victory over Hoffenheim, he's joining Bayern. What's going on here? Very impressive indeed! Tom Bischof, the 19-year-old German midfielder, has made 14 starts and one substitute appearance in the Bundesliga this season, contributing two goals and one assist in 1169 minutes of play. His defensive statistics are outstanding, averaging 3.5 tackles, 1.1 interceptions, and 1.6 clearances per game. This performance naturally attracted the attention of many German clubs, with RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt making significant efforts recently, both hoping to poach him. Unfortunately for them, the player's first choice was to join Bayern, which turned out to be a mutual decision. Bischof still has half a year left on his contract with Hoffenheim, and according to regulations, he can negotiate with potential new clubs. Bayern has now signed a pre-contract agreement with him, pending a medical examination, after which he will officially join the club in the summer. In terms of overall quality, the player is not an immediate contributor but is considered a promising prospect, similar to winning a lottery ticket. However, signing him for free is clearly a great deal. He is positioned as the fourth-choice midfielder, intended to replace Goretzka. Firstly, it's cost-effective. Secondly, if he performs well, it's a huge gain; if not, there's no loss. From a team-building…