Manchester United have reportedly joined the race to sign Bayern Munich's promising forward Mathys Tel, but any potential move would hinge on the departure of either Marcus Rashford or Alejandro Garnacho from Old Trafford.
The 18-year-old French prospect, who joined Bayern Munich from Rennes in 2022 for £20 million (€23.9m/$25m), is actively seeking an exit from the German champions before the transfer window closes. His availability has already drawn attention from several clubs, with Chelsea making recent inquiries about the possibility of securing his services.
According to Sky Sports Germany, Manchester United's pursuit of Tel could materialize if they part ways with either Rashford or Garnacho. The Red Devils are strategically positioning themselves to make a move should one of their current forwards leave the club. This isn't United's first expression of interest in Tel, as they were strongly linked with the young striker during last year's January transfer window, though he ultimately remained in Munich with hopes of cementing his place in the team.
The situation becomes more intriguing with Barcelona reportedly monitoring Rashford's circumstances, as the English forward appears open to a transfer if a suitable opportunity presents itself. Similarly, Garnacho has attracted interest from both Chelsea and Napoli, adding another layer of complexity to United's transfer strategy.
Tel's desire for a move comes after a significant reduction in his playing time this season. Despite an impressive 2022-23 campaign where he contributed 10 goals and six assists across 41 appearances, his current season has been limited to just 13 appearances, with only three starts. A potential move to Manchester United could revitalize his career, particularly as the club looks to rebuild under Ruben Amorim. However, with Bayern's initial reluctance to release the player and strong competition from other clubs, securing Tel's signature remains a challenging prospect for the Red Devils.
