Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has explained his decision to give minutes to Chelsea transfer target Mathys Tel during the 5-0 win over Hoffenheim. The Blues have been interested in forward Tel since last summer and have enquired over his availability this month amid Bayern’s interest in Christopher Nkunku.

Chelsea are reportedly set to make a bid for Bayern Munich striker Mathys Tel, with the Bundesliga side making a decision on Christopher Nkunku.

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Chelsea ’s hopes of signing Mathys Tel this month have been dealt a blow, with Bayern Munich stressing that their “clear plan” is for the teenager to “make his breakthrough” in Germany. The Blues have been interested in forward Tel since last summer and have enquired over his availability this month amid Bayern’s interest in Christopher Nkunku.

Chelsea are reportedly hot on the heels of Tel, who could land at Stamford Bridge in the same January transfer window Christopher Nkunku heads in the opposite direction. Nkunku is believed to have agreed personal terms on a move to Bavaria after becoming disgruntled with his lack of game time under Enzo Maresca.

The latest Chelsea transfer news as the Blues have been linked with an interest in Bayern Munich's Mathys Tel.

Chelsea have held initial talks with Bayern Munich over a possible swap deal including Christopher Nkunku and Mathys Tel. The Blues are interested in the 19-year-old who has started just two Bundesliga games so far this season for Bayern.