Chelsea reluctant to pay talented midfielder asking price

Chelsea reluctant to pay talented midfielder asking price

Bayern are currently leading the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz ahead of Chelsea, as indicated by a report.

Chelsea are enthused about the Germany youngster as a major aspect of Frank Lampard’s thrilling transfer plans.

RB Leipzig star Timo Werner will be moving to Stamford Bridge, with the Blues also purportedly intrigued by Said Benrahma and Ben Chilwell.

Reports also asserting Chelsea need two marquee signings, Kai Havertz is another name on Frank Lampard’s priority lists.

One case proposed Chelsea are in solid talks with the player’s agents and included that Manchester United stay a possibility for the young midfielder.

Presently there are reports that Bayern Munich are in “pole position” to keep Kai Havertz in Germany.

The paper asserts the German champions are taking a shot at a deal worth around £75m for the youngster.

That cost is higher than the fee Chelsea are willing to pay.

Bayern Munich also pondering about bringing long-term target Leroy Sane in from Manchester City to frame.

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Leroy Sane injury last season was the main fact why he didn’t move to Bayern Munich.

Liverpool knocked out Bayern Munich at the last 16 stage last season, but this season Bayern look sharp and impressive.