Jonathan Tah has declined to contract an extension with Bayer Leverkusen, potentially giving Bayern Munich an advantage in pursuing him.
Bayern Munich desires Tah to beef up their defense.
The German defender is prepared to join the Munich team.
Declined Bayern's extension offer
What occurred?
According to Sky, Leverkusen is prepared to negotiate a sale for Tah, who has declined an extension offer from the reigning champions. If Leverkusen does not authorize a sale during this transfer window, the defender is prepared to complete his contract and depart for free next summer. His current contract spans until 2025.
THE LARGER CONCEPT
Leverkusen's initial valuation of €40m (£34m/42m) to €45m (£42m/54m) is substantially higher than Bayern's willingness to pay between €20 million (£17m/$21m) and €25m (£21m/$27m) for the defender. However, it is reported that both organizations are inching closer to a mutual agreement despite this discrepancy. Leverkusen's commitment to reducing their asking price suggests a pragmatic strategy to prevent Tah from being transferred for free next year.
WHAT LEVERKUSEN'S CEO SAID
The authorities of Bayer Leverkusen have explicitly stated that they will not permit Tah to depart on a free transfer. As CEO Fernando Carro emphasized in April, the club is dedicated to preventing financial losses by extending contracts or transferring players.
In an interview with Sky90, Carro declared, "We are a club that does not allow players to be transferred on a free basis." So, we must extend the contract; otherwise, we must sell him.
DID YOU KNOW?
Bayern has already fortified their central defense with the inclusion of Hiroki Ito. Although Ito's arrival does not diminish Bayern's interest in Tah, it suggests that the club is eager to strengthen their defensive lineup with several high-caliber players following a trophy-less 2023-24 season.
What's the next step?
At 28, Tah is in a prime position to be a central defender, as he possesses athleticism and experience, making him an ideal candidate for Bayern's aspirations. A five-year contract purportedly awaits Tah in Munich if the agreement is finalized. Despite the ongoing negotiations, Tah is preoccupied with his responsibilities with Germany at Euro 2024. He is optimistic that his teammates will be able to defeat Denmark in the round of 16, as he will be unable to attend the match due to a yellow card suspension.
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