Chelsea have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Bayer 04 Leverkusen’s Kai Havertz, as Bayern Munich have reportedly dropped their interest in the midfield sensation.
REPORT: Bayern Munich End Pursuit of Kai Havertz
Positive News for the Blues
Chelsea have already secured the signing of fellow compatriot Timo Werner, but Frank Lampard hopes to add the 21-year-old at Stamford Bridge, as he continues to bolster his squad for the forthcoming season.
Kai Havertz caught the eyes of a plethora of top European clubs after his sensational outing in the Bundesliga last season and was linked with the likes of Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid as a result.
Chelsea and Bayern Munich have shown serious interest in the midfielder, and they were set to lock horns for his signature.
However, SportBild have reported that the German champions have opted to look elsewhere, pulling out of the race to land the 21-year-old, per the Mail.
Why the Bundesliga Champions Have Pulled Out
Bayern Munich are said to be unwilling to match Havertz’s £90 million release clause, in hopes of beating Chelsea to his signing.
Havertz, though contracted to the Bundesliga outlet until 2022, has made known his desire to leave the Bay Arena, after the club failed to secure Champions League football.
While hoping to keep their prized asset, Sporting director Rudi Voller earlier admitted Havertz could leave if an agreement was reached.
Speaking to Bild, he said, “There is nothing specific, nothing to report. As of now, he is our player.
“We have our ideas, we know what he can do. I personally hope that he stays one more year. We have an agreement: if it works, he can go this summer.”
Havertz has continued his scintillating form from last season, racking up 17 goals and eight assists in all competitions for Bayer Leverkusen this season
With Chelsea on the verge of Champions League qualification, they are now front runners to snap up the highly-rated midfielder.
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