Gunners Enter Race for 19-Year-Old as Bayern Insist He’s Not for Sale
Arsenal have reportedly thrown a curveball into Chelsea’s pursuit of Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel, with Mikel Arteta’s side now actively exploring a move for the highly rated teenager.
The 19-year-old Frenchman has been a long-standing target for Chelsea, with the Blues initiating contact earlier this month to discuss a potential deal. Despite only making two Bundesliga starts this season, Tel remains a player of interest for several top European clubs, and Bayern have been firm in their stance that he is not for sale.
Arsenal Enter the Race
According to The Independent, Arsenal had already been monitoring Tel but were caught by surprise when news surfaced that he could be available. With Arteta keen to reinforce his attacking options before the January transfer window closes, the Gunners have now stepped up their interest.
Tel himself is reportedly intrigued by the prospect of a move to Arsenal, where he sees a clearer path to regular first-team football compared to Chelsea, who already boast an array of attacking talent.
Bayern Insist Tel Will Stay
Despite the mounting interest from both Premier League clubs, Bayern remain adamant that Tel is part of their long-term plans. Sporting board member Max Eberl reinforced the club’s stance, stating, “It’s up to us to give him the time to find his freedom again. We have no interest in doing anything [in January].”
Sporting director Christoph Freund echoed the sentiment, emphasizing Tel’s importance to the squad. “Mathys Tel is a very important player for us. We have had many discussions, and our clear plan is for him to make his breakthrough with us.”
With the transfer deadline looming, it remains to be seen whether Arsenal or Chelsea can convince Bayern to change their stance—or if Tel himself will push for a move.
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