The French teenager exploded on to the stage in Bavaria, but opportunities have been distinctly limited in the period since

Bayern Munich’s sporting director Christoph Freund says the German club wants to keep Mathys Tel, after several media reports linked the French forward to a move to Chelsea.

Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has ruled any January signings or departures, amid interest in Christopher Nkunku and Chelsea 's enquirying about Mathys Tel. The Blues have been interested in forward Tel since last summer and have enquired over his availability this month amid Bayern’s interest in Nkunku.

Chelsea reportedly don’t want to lose Nkunku without a replacement lined up, such as maybe young Bayern striker Tel ... or perhaps Borussia Dortmund ’s Karim Adeyemi (who’s been linked before). That was a hot rumor again for a minute earlier today, but it’s already been debunked.

Chelsea are interested in signing Mathys Tel in January, while Bayern Munich have an agreement in place with Christopher Nkunku.

Bayern Munich have reportedly begun talks with Chelsea regarding the transfer of Christopher Nkunku, all while the two clubs discuss a separate deal involving a move for Bayern's Mathys Tel. Chelsea are open to parting ways with Nkunku and are looking for a transfer fee of around $80 million,

Bayern Munich appear to have ruled out a proposed swap deal involving Mathys Tel and Chelsea ’s Christopher Nkunku this month. Chelsea are working to strengthen their attack before the January transfer deadline and reports emanating out of Germany suggest Bayern youngster Tel, 19, has held initial talks over a move to west London.

Enzo Maresca could be tempted to sign a new striker this month, with Chelsea struggling to capitalise on numerous gilt-edged opportunities

It is no secret that Christopher Nkunku is on Bayern Munich’s wishlist, and that the German club have been pursuing his talent. However, the transfer looks to be quite a complicated one for the Bavarians.