The French teenager exploded on to the stage in Bavaria, but opportunities have been distinctly limited in the period since

Bayern Munich’s sporting director Christoph Freund says the German club wants to keep Mathys Tel, after several media reports linked the French forward to a move to Chelsea.

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.

Chelsea have enquired over a potential deal to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel. The Premier League club have made contact with their Bundesliga counterparts to explore a move, with Bayern interested in signing Christopher Nkunku in a separate deal.

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,

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany has explained his decision to give minutes to Chelsea transfer target Mathys Tel during the 5-0 win over Hoffenheim. The Blues have been interested in forward Tel since last summer and have enquired over his availability this month amid Bayern’s interest in Christopher Nkunku.

Enzo Maresca could be tempted to sign a new striker this month, with Chelsea struggling to capitalise on numerous gilt-edged opportunities

The recent links in the media have been around Chelsea and Bayern Munich, with the German giants interested in taking Christopher Nkunku from the Blues, whilst Enzo Maresca's side are interested in 19-year-old Mathys Tel in return.