Mathys Tel, the 19-year-old striker from Bayern Munich, is reportedly having some doubts about joining Chelsea this January.
Mathys Tel's Concerns About Joining Chelsea from Bayern Munich
Mathys Tel’s Concerns About Joining Chelsea from Bayern Munich
Mathys Tel, the 19-year-old striker from Bayern Munich, is reportedly having some doubts about joining Chelsea this January. The two clubs are in talks over a potential swap deal that could see Christopher Nkunku head to the Bundesliga, while Tel moves to Stamford Bridge.
Why Mathys Tel is Hesitant to Join Chelsea
Despite his interest in moving to London, Tel is unsure about Chelsea’s current squad situation. The French forward is concerned about the amount of playing time he would get at Chelsea, especially under head coach Enzo Maresca.
Although Tel has only made 12 appearances for Bayern Munich this season, playing a total of 351 minutes, he hasn’t scored yet. However, Bayern’s manager Vincent Kompany has told Tel that he is not in the club’s long-term plans. If Nkunku joins Bayern Munich, Tel’s game time would likely decrease even further.
While Tel would prefer to stay at Bayern, he is open to a move to Chelsea—on the condition that he receives clear assurances about playing time.
Christopher Nkunku’s Situation at Chelsea
Chelsea is eager to offload Nkunku this month, aiming for a permanent transfer, though they would consider a loan deal with an obligation to buy. Nkunku has played 28 games this season, scoring 13 goals. However, he has been limited to just three Premier League starts and has only accumulated 390 minutes of playtime.
The French international has mainly featured in cup competitions under Maresca, despite his strong record from his time at RB Leipzig, where he scored 47 goals and provided 43 assists in 119 Bundesliga matches.
Other Potential Departures from Chelsea
Aside from Nkunku, there are other players at Chelsea looking to leave this month. Ben Chilwell, for example, is hoping to find a new club before the January transfer window closes.
Conclusion
Mathys Tel’s decision to move to Chelsea depends on the club offering him enough playing opportunities. With Chelsea and Bayern Munich in talks, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold.
