Bayern Munich are close to signing Jonatan Tah (28, Leverkusen). A specific contract period has been discussed.

“Jonatan Tah is keen on joining Bayern Munich,” Germany’s Bild reported on Wednesday. Tah has finalized an agreement with Munich.”

Jonatan Tah is a defender the same age as Kim Min-jae and helped lead Bayer 04 Leverkusen to the first undefeated Bundesliga title in the club’s history this season.

At 6-foot-4, Ta is a dominant presence in possession, and despite his size, he is quick on his feet and can defend one-on-one with attackers. He has a top speed of 35.81 km/h. He”s considered one of the fastest center backs in the Bundesliga.

It”s not just about speed. 안전놀이터 Tah is also very good at intercepting passes through clever positioning. He also has the ability to make accurate mid- to long-range passes and build up from the back, making him an all-rounder.

Tah is a favorite of coach Xabi Alonso.

Having played exclusively for Leverkusen since the 2015-2016 season, Tah started 33 of Leverkusen’s 34 league games last season and 48 in all competitions this season, spearheading the club’s ‘historic’ unbeaten run.

Against this backdrop, Munich showed interest in Tah early on. In April, Germany’s Sky Sports reported, “According to our sources, Munich are keen on signing Tah. Munich have been impressed with his performances this season. He can play in both the third and fourth positions. He’s also one of the fastest defenders in the Bundesliga,” explaining why Munich are interested in Tah.

Munich have indeed been in contact with Tah, with the first talks taking place back in April. At the time, the media said: “We have already spoken to the player. Nothing has been agreed. Nevertheless, it is true that Munich have taken the opportunity to sign Tah. The player is also considering other options and is ready to take the next step this summer.”

Sky Sports reported on March 3 that “Munich have reached an agreement in principle with Leverkusen defender Tah. A verbal agreement has already been reached to complete the move in the summer transfer window. Key details have already been discussed.”

Furthermore,

Bild reported on Wednesday that “Kompany has taken over at Bayern Munich and the squad is set to undergo a major overhaul. The first target is Jonatan Tah, and it seems that Munich and the player have already reached an agreement.”

“In fact, it has been clear for some time that Tah would like to move to Munich in the summer transfer window. Tah is contracted to Leverkusen until 2025 and has informed the club that he has no intention of extending his contract.”

Bild added: “Sky Sports had previously reported that Tah had identified Munich as his next destination. A verbal agreement is believed to have been reached on a contract until 2029. Meanwhile, Munich are looking to sell one center back, 슬롯사이트 순위 and it’s not Dayo Upamecano, as reported in the ‘Bayern-Insider’ podcast. Mateusz Der Licht is on the selling list.”

“But what about João Palinha, the second favorite to sign? After Thomas Tuchel, Kompany also wants him, and according to our sources, Munich has made a first offer of €35 million.”