February 16th 2024.
At just 17 years old, Mathys Tel made a bold move to join Bayern Munich for a whopping £25 million. But it seems that his talent has not gone unnoticed, as Manchester United has reportedly shown a keen interest in the young wonderkid. In fact, they have already reached out to Bayern Munich to discuss a potential deal.
It's no secret that United is in need of a new forward, with Anthony Martial's departure from Old Trafford looming as his contract ends this season. This would leave them with only one option in the form of Rasmus Hojlund, who has started to find his footing at the club but may not be enough to meet their needs. So, it's no surprise that they have set their sights on Tel.
According to Sky Germany, talks between United and Bayern have already begun, but they are not the only ones vying for Tel's signature. Two other English clubs have also expressed interest in the 18-year-old, who has shown promise as both a winger and centre-forward. It was back in 2022 when Tel made the move from Rennes to Munich, and despite his young age, he has already gained a lot of attention as a France youth international.
While Tel did score against United earlier this season, he has not had many opportunities to showcase his potential, having only made seven starts for Bayern so far. With star players like Harry Kane, Leroy Sane, and Jama Musiala ahead of him in the pecking order, it's no surprise that game time has been limited for the young talent. Still, he has managed to score 12 goals in 54 appearances, including a crucial stoppage time goal against United in the Champions League.
Despite his preference to stay and fight for his place at Munich, Tel may reconsider if he does not see an increase in game time under manager Thomas Tuchel. However, a loan move has been ruled out, and with his contract set to expire in 2027, any transfer will come at a high price. It seems that Tel's future is uncertain, but one thing is for sure, Manchester United is keeping a close eye on his progress.
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