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Will Bayern snatch the defender this summer? Bayern Munich have reportedly joined the race to sign target from Sevilla. The German side are looking to bolster their defense and now have the Frenchman on their radar. As per Cadena Cope and Radio Sevilla (via ), Kounde is the new name on Bayern's transfer list. The report states that the Bundesliga champions want to bring in a defender after Niklas Sule moved to Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer. El Bayern, posible gran animador de la puja por Koundé. El Bayern, posible gran animador de la puja por Koundé. Sule's departure leaves Dayot Upamecano as the only senior specialist centre-back at the club. Alphonso Davies could fill in at the centre of defense but that would be an unnatural position for the Canadian. He has also been injury-prone in recent times, missing most of the 2021/22 season because of a heart condition and a few games becaue of Covid-19. Chelsea are still keen on bringing in the defender this summer, they could strike a deal before the end of the month. The transfer window is not officially open, but clubs are making moves to get ahead of their competition. Sevilla are considering many options to replace Diego Carlos, including Galatasaray's centre back Marcão. He's one of the candidates in the list.

Important to remind that also Jules Koundé could leave the club this summer, with Chelsea leading the race.Sevilla are considering many options to replace Diego Carlos, including Galatasaray's centre back Marcão. He's one of the candidates in the list. Important to remind that also Jules Koundé could leave the club this summer, with Chelsea leading the race.

Chelsea wanted Jules Kounde last summer

Chelsea tried to sign Kounde last summer but could not complete the move. The Blues reportedly had a deal with Sevilla but did not meet their deadline and missed out on the Frenchman. Speaking to the media after his failed transfer, Kounde said (as quoted by ): "Did it affect me? Yes, a little bit, but now I've dealt with it. " "We all know the summer has been hectic, I wouldn't say complicated. But that's the past now. I am focused on the team. The most important performance is on the pitch. The team needs me and I need the team too to give my best and that's what I'm trying to do. So far I'm happy with the results of the team and my personal performances, although I can still improve and have a better season than the previous one." Sevilla sold Diego Carlos to Aston Villa last month but are open to selling Kounde. Manchester City have also been linked with the defender in the past (as per), with Barcelona also showing interest (according to ). Thomas Tuchel's side remain the most likely destination this summer. Paul Merson predicts the result of Newcastle vs Chelsea and other EPL GW 16 fixtures! Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found