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Bayern Munich are now interested in Jonathan Tah again. The German defender was expected to join Barcelona, but his move is stuck. Talks have been going on for months, but Tah has not finalized a deal with the Spanish club. This situation has allowed Bayern and other teams to consider signing the Bayer Leverkusen player.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Jonathan Tah’s contract with Bayer Leverkusen ends in July. He started talks with Barcelona in December 2024, but no agreement has been reached. The 28-year-old German international announced this month that he will leave Leverkusen as he decided not to extend his contract. Even though Barcelona seemed to be in the lead for his signing, Bayern Munich are now interested again, watching what will happen with Tah’s situation.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Bayern Munich have shown interest in Tah before. Last summer, the defender wanted to join the Bundesliga champions, but the transfer failed because Leverkusen and Bayern could not agree on the fee. Barcelona then seemed to be Tah’s next club, with reports in December suggesting a long-term deal until 2030. However, Barcelona are facing financial issues, making it difficult for them to complete the signing.
Tah has been an important part of Leverkusen’s defense this season. After finishing at the top of the Bundesliga last season, Leverkusen are now third in the standings with 65 points. They are five points behind leaders Bayern Munich and three points behind second-placed Borussia Dortmund with three matches left this season.
WHAT NEXT FOR TAH?
The summer transfer window is getting closer, and Tah needs to make an important decision about his future. Barcelona are still negotiating, but their lack of funds could cause problems. Bayern Munich, which have been advised by the club’s legends to strengthen their defense with a leader like Tah, are an appealing option for the German international.
If Tah joins Bayern, he would strengthen a defense that has helped the team lead the Bundesliga with 74 points this season. Bayern will play Werder Bremen this weekend as they try to maintain their two-point lead over Borussia Dortmund in the title race. For Tah, a move to Bayern would let him stay in his home country while competing at the highest level in both domestic and European competitions.
