Bayern Munich are reportedly showing interest in signing Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay. However, the signing of Joao Palhinha remains the priority for the German giants.
This is also because Manchester United will demand a big fee for their midfielder. Whereas, the German giants have agreed personal terms with the Fulham midfielder.
BAYERN MUNICH AND SCOTT MCTOMINAY TRANSFER LINKS FULL STORY
According to reports, Bayern Munich want to sign Scott McTominay in the January transfer window. The reports also claims that the player is open to the move. West Ham also tried to sign the Red Devils midfielder. However, Manchester United rejected the bid. The player also failed to agree personal terms with the Hammers.
However, it looks like Bayern Munich could make a move for him. Although, it is likely that Manchester United will demand a large fee for him. They are likely to demand a fee in the region of 50 million for the Scotland international. Hence, the German giants also only see him as one of the back-up option for their main target Joao Palhinha.
JOAO PALHINHA REMAINS THE TOP TARGET FOR THE BUNDESLIGA GIANTS
According to multiple interviews from Bayern Munich chiefs, they agreed a fee for Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha. However, the deal could not happen as Fulham failed to sign a replacement quickly on the deadline day of this summer. The Portuguese midfielder also had completed media duties with the German giants.
However, after his move collapsed, Fulham have extended his contract. They have also improved his wages. However, Bayern Munich remain ready to negotiate a fee for him in January. Fulham are also open to sell him for the right price. The German giants were also impressed with the reaction of Palhinha and his family after his move fell through on the deadline day.
Bayern Munich are determined to land a defensive midfielder in the January transfer window. They will also likely deal with the situation of Joshua Kimmich. Barcelona are continuing to monitor his unhappy situation with the German giants.
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