Chelsea have enquired over a potential deal to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel while his compatriot could go the other way

Bayern Munich have reportedly begun talks with Chelsea regarding the transfer of Christopher Nkunku, all while the two clubs discuss a separate deal involving a move for Bayern's Mathys Tel. Chelsea are open to parting ways with Nkunku and are looking for a transfer fee of around $80 million,

Chelsea have set their price for Christopher Nkunku as Bayern Munich appear to be closing in on a transfer for the 27-year-old.

Chelsea reportedly don’t want to lose Nkunku without a replacement lined up, such as maybe young Bayern striker Tel ... or perhaps Borussia Dortmund ’s Karim Adeyemi (who’s been linked before). That was a hot rumor again for a minute earlier today, but it’s already been debunked.

Christopher Nkunku eyes Bayern Munich move as Chelsea negotiate a possible swap deal involving Bayern's young striker Mathys Tel.

Christopher Nkunku has been linked with a transfer away from Chelsea after failing to break into Enzo Maresca's Premier League starting lineup - and he has drawn interest from Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has ruled any January signings or departures, amid interest in Christopher Nkunku and Chelsea's enquirying about Mathys Tel. The Blues have been interested in forward Tel since last summer and have enquired over his availability this month amid Bayern’s interest in Nkunku.

It is no secret that Christopher Nkunku is on Bayern Munich’s wishlist, and that the German club have been pursuing his talent. However, the transfer looks to be quite a complicated one for the Bavarians.