Bayern Munich are in the market for a new goalkeeper, and they have their eyes on Chelsea man Kepa Arrizabalaga, according to Sport1.
The reports state that Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel has asked for the Spaniard.
Tuchel knows Arrizabalaga from when he managed Chelsea. He used him as a backup to Edouard Mendy but has reportedly recommended him to the top brass at Bayern.
Die Rekordmeister are in the market for a new shot-stopper after it emerged that Manuel Neuer could not play immediately after returning from a leg break.
The German international returned from a long-term injury that saw him miss the second half of last season, but after a few days of training, it became clear that he was not ready to return to action.
Neuer could be out for a few weeks or months, forcing the Bavarians into the market to look for another keeper.
Also, Bayern have agreed a deal for Yann Sommer to leave and join Inter Milan, leaving them short of options between the sticks. They have now turned to Arrizabalaga.
Arrizabalaga found his way back into the Chelsea first team last season following the departure of Tuchel.
Graham Potter became manager and reinstalled him as the first choice. He impressed, keeping nine clean sheets in 29 Premier League appearances while recording the top save percentage in the league.
However, despite the resurgence, there were still glimpses of his deficiencies as he struggled with long shots and let in goals that a taller keeper could have saved, but that has not hindered Bayern’s interest.
With Arrizabalaga’s name now in the fray, Bayern could move for the 28-year-old ahead of the upcoming season.
Chelsea have signed Robert Sanchez from Brighton & Hove Albion for £25 million, but it remains unclear if they will let Arrizabalaga leave.
It is worth noting that Chelsea have been trying to sell him for some time but have not found suitors ready to undertake his massive salary.
Bayern appear willing to take him, and a deal might accelerate in the coming days.
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