Chelsea Eye "Extraordinary" Bayern Wonderkid Mathys Tel as Striker Search Intensifies
Chelsea are reportedly exploring a permanent move for Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel, described as "extraordinary" by Thierry Henry, as the young forward considers his future amid limited game time in Germany.
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea’s search for a reliable striker since Diego Costa’s departure in 2017 has brought them to 19-year-old Mathys Tel, a highly-rated talent from Bayern Munich. Despite initially being keen on staying in Germany, Tel is reportedly reassessing his position after receiving limited minutes under Vincent Kompany, opening the door for a potential move to Stamford Bridge.
- Chelsea’s Striker Dilemma:
- The club remains unsatisfied with Nicolas Jackson’s inconsistent performances and is keen to strengthen their attack.
- Tel’s technical ability, speed, and scoring potential make him a promising candidate to solve Chelsea’s long-standing striker issues.
- Tel’s Situation at Bayern:
- The forward has started only three games across all competitions this season.
- Despite strong performances, including praise from Harry Kane, Tel has been benched in Bayern’s last three matches.
- Interest from Chelsea and Other Clubs:
- Chelsea are exploring a permanent transfer, while over 10 clubs, including Nottingham Forest, have expressed interest in loan deals.
- Tel rejected Nottingham Forest, indicating he might prefer a high-profile club like Chelsea for his next move.
- Thierry Henry’s Praise:
- French legend Thierry Henry has called Tel an “extraordinary” player with great potential, highlighting his ability to challenge the hierarchy at Bayern and his mature character.
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Steve Worrell
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
