Real Madrid challenge Juventus in heated race for Bayern Munich transfer target
By Eduardo Razo
Over the summer transfer window, Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah was widely rumored to be on the move. Despite interest from other clubs, the defender ultimately stayed with the Bundesliga champions.
With his contract ending in June 2025, the 28-year-old will be free to sign a pre-contract with any club starting in January. Bayern Munich and Barcelona were both previously linked to him, and without an extension in place, it appears likely Tah will leave as a free agent next summer.
Juventus are among the clubs interested in bringing him in to strengthen their defense. However, the Serie A side face a threat from another Spanish club.
Real Madrid pose a threat Juventus for Jonathan Tah
According to TUTTOmercatoWEB’s Niccolò Ceccarini, Bayern Munich and Inter Milan are expected to be Juventus’s main competitors in the race to sign the German international.
“The Nerazzurri have already made an investment in [Tomás] Palacios for their defense, but they might look to strengthen this area again,” Ceccarini noted. “One player attracting their interest is Tah, a key player for Bayer Leverkusen born in 1996. He has chosen not to extend his contract, which runs out in June 2025, making him another potential free transfer target.
“However, there are strong competitors for his signature. Bayern Munich are seriously considering him, and Juventus are also exploring their options. It seems more likely they’ll pursue him next year rather than in the winter transfer window, where they’re primarily aiming for a loan deal.”
According to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany, Real Madrid have added Tah to their list of potential targets. While there are not any formal negotiations yet, a move for the 28-year-old could become a realistic option in January.
🚨⚪️ Jonathan #Tah is indeed on Real Madrid’s list among other options ✔️
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) November 11, 2024
There are no concrete negotiations yet, but a transfer of the 28 y/o could become a real possibility in January, while FC Bayern are still attempting to sign him as a free agent next summer.
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Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are also in the mix, aiming to secure Tah as a free agent next summer. This season, Tah has made 17 appearances for Bayer Leverkusen across all competitions while scoring one goal.
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