In a surprising turn of events, 19-year-old forward Mathys Tel is reportedly seeking to leave Bayern Munich during the current transfer window due to limited playing time. Tel has found himself on the bench for the past three matches, fueling his desire for more consistent minutes on the pitch.
Current Season Stats
Mathys Tel has made 25 appearances this season, though only four as a starter. Despite limited minutes, he’s scored eight goals and provided three assists across all competitions. His goals have come at an impressive rate of one every 119 minutes played.
Chelsea and United Interest
Chelsea (1.34) have contacted Bayern Munich about Tel’s availability. The London club have struggled for goals this season, scoring just 35 in 26 league matches. They see Tel as competition for Nicolas Jackson, who has nine Premier League goals this term.
Manchester United are also watching Tel’s situation closely. Their interest comes as manager Rúben Amorim has publicly questioned Marcus Rashford’s commitment in training. Rashford has scored only five goals this season, down from 30 in the previous campaign. Reports suggest Garnacho could also leave, having started just one of United’s last six matches.
Bayern Munich Background
Mathys Tel joined Bayern Munich (1.38) in 2022 for €28.5 million from French club Rennes. He made history by scoring against Stuttgart in September 2022, becoming Bayern’s youngest-ever goalscorer at 17 years and 126 days. At Rennes, he played just ten first-team matches before his move to Germany.
Contract Situation
The striker’s current contract with Bayern Munich runs until 2027. The German club paid a significant fee for Tel, making him the most expensive 17-year-old in Bundesliga history when he signed. Manager Thomas Tuchel has used Tel mainly as a substitute this season, with Harry Kane being the first-choice striker.
Looking Ahead
With five days remaining in the January transfer window, Mathys Tel’s future depends on several factors. Bayern Munich would need to find a replacement striker before letting him leave, while both English clubs must work within Financial Fair Play rules for any potential deal. Tel’s agent met with the officials yesterday to discuss his client’s future, though no agreement has been reached yet.
